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• World Cup: France’s disastrous first-half figures 🥶

  18-07-2026 23:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup: France’s disastrous first-half figures 🥶Les Bleus already on vacation?Feared for its lack of interest after the huge disappointment against Spain in the semifinal, the third-place match is turning into a nightmare for the France team.Against England, Les Bleus simply conceded goals in the 3rd and 16th minutes.
  According to StatsduFoot, this is quite simply the first time in France’s history that they have conceded two goals in the opening 20 minutes of a World Cup
  
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• Messi, magic and mayhem: The lasting legacy of the 2026 World Cup

  20-07-2026 14:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After 104 matches across 16 cities and three countries before millions of fans, the 2026 World Cup is drawing to a close. But every World Cup exists on a historic continuum, and long after the sounds of chants and the memories of goalkeepers' names fade away, the legacy of 2026 will persist. Here are the moments, the players and the elements of the 2026 World Cup we'll be discussing for years, even decades, to come. MessiThat's really all we need to say, one name. If this World Cup was Lion
  
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• 🚨 Rudi Garcia departs after 18 months as Belgium boss

  20-07-2026 14:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Rudi Garcia departs after 18 months as Belgium bossRudi Garcia has left his role as Belgium head coach after the Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA) confirmed it would not extend the Frenchman's contract beyond the end of July. The decision brings an end to Garcia's 18-month spell in charge of the Red Devils.Garcia, who was appointed in January 2025 following the departure of Domenico Tedesco, guided Belgium to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup, where they were narrowly be
  
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• Report: Arsenal face Serie A battle for former Premier League star

  20-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal face Serie A battle for former Premier League starArsenal Transfer News: Aaron Wan-Bissaka Link Emerges as Roma Push for Crysencio SummervilleThe summer window does what it always does, it throws names around, muddies priorities and tests how serious clubs really are. According to Daily Mail, Aaron Wan-Bissaka is wanted by Lazio, while Arsenal are also keeping him on a list of possible right-back options. That matters, even if only as a marker of where Arsenal may be looking.Wan-
  
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• Newcastle sign teenage forward Ca

  20-07-2026 14:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United have completed the signing of 19-year-old forward Afner Ca.The teenager joins the club's academy on a free transfer after his contract expired at Levante. "The project here, the lifestyle, and the club's ambition made this the right move for me," said Ca."I'm a forward who likes to find space, link play and work hard for the team. "Scoring goals is a big part of my game, but my focus is always on contributing to the group, whatever helps the team win."Ca scored four goals for Le
  
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• Cowan looks to add firepower to Shrews squad

  20-07-2026 14:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gavin Cowan signed a new contract in May after helping guide the League Two club to safety [Getty Images]Shrewsbury Town boss Gavin Cowan is hoping to add more attacking options to "balance" his squad.The League Two club have made eight signings this summer, including Luton striker Joe Gbode on loan and former Cheltenham forward Josh Davison on a free.But the Shrews head coach said any further deals could depend on outgoings, with both midfielder Sam Clucas and defender Tom Anderson up for sale.
  
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• Report Roma down to Summerville details in €50m West Ham agreement

  20-07-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Roma down to Summerville details in €50m West Ham agreementRoma are reportedly down to the details with West Ham United for Crysencio Summerville for €50m including add-ons, so are working on commission, but there’s more clarity on the ‘clause’ issue.Matteo Moretto and Sport Mediaset both report today that the second bid was also rejected, but that a third was being prepared that should suffice.Sport Mediaset set this third attempt at £42m plus bonus.Summ
  
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• Juventus confirm low-grade Ekhator hamstring injury

  20-07-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus confirm low-grade Ekhator hamstring injuryJuventus have received encouraging news on Jeff Ekhator, with tests confirming the young striker suffered only a minor injury on his debut against Basel.According to the club, the forward underwent radiological examinations at the J Medical centre on Monday morning after the muscle problem that forced him off during Saturday’s friendly.The scans revealed a low-grade strain of the biceps femoris in his right thigh, and Ekhator has already b
  
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• Hull KR half-back Lewis gets four-match ban

  20-07-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikey Lewis has made 23 appearances for Hull KR in all competitions this season [SWPIX.COM]Hull KR half-back Mikey Lewis has been given a four-match ban after two separate charges by the Rugby Football League.Lewis was charged with a Grade C of late contact on the passer and Grade E headbutt in the Robins' 34-12 defeat by Warrington on Saturday.The 25-year-old England international will now miss Saturday's derby at Hull FC plus games against Bradford, Castleford and Catalans as last season's tre
  
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• He is perfect, Liverpool to embarrass Man United with £33m deal

  20-07-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  He is perfect, Liverpool to embarrass Man United with £33m dealLiverpool and Manchester United will forever be arch-rivals. The two teams have always had a fierce rivalry and every time they face one another, there is always a lot of hostility.This season, the Red Devils did the double over Liverpool in the Premier League which, after Liverpool's dominance over them the season prior, is far from ideal.So, in order for the Reds to get back at Man United, it feels like they need to do someth
  
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• TNS discover potential Conference League opponents

  20-07-2026 14:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The New Saints have won five consecutive Cymru Premier titles [FAW]The New Saints will next face Inter Club d'Escaldes in the third round of Conference League qualifiers if they beat Flora Tallinn.Craig Harrison's men dropped to the third-tier European competition after they were knocked out of the Champions League qualifiers by Sabah of Azerbaijan.The reigning Cymru Premier champions face Flora Tallinn in Estonia on Thursday (17:00 BST) before the return leg at Park Hall a week later.Should the
  
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• World Cup Winner and Best Young Player: Cubarsi’s Remarkable Rise

  20-07-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup Winner and Best Young Player: Cubarsi’s Remarkable RisePau Cubarsi has been named FIFA Young Player of the Tournament at the 2026 World Cup after an ever-present campaign in central defence for champions Spain, who beat Argentina 1-0 after extra-time in the final at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19.An Unbeaten Spain, A Watertight DefenceLuis de la Fuente’s side went through the entire tournament without losing a game, and their defensive record was exceptional: just o
  
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• Rangers confirm small away allocation for Jagiellonia Bialystok tie

  20-07-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers will receive a small away allocation for their Europa League third qualifying round tie against Jagiellonia Bialystok.Jagiellonia's Stadion Miejski has an official capacity of 22,432, with the away section holding just above 1,000 people.On X, Rangers' supporter liaison officer account posted: "We can confirm that there will be no official club travel option for this round."We have also been advised that the away section has a capacity of up to 1,027 supporters, subject to final confirma
  
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• Scottish quartet learn possible European opponents

  20-07-2026 14:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Heart of Midlothian will meet Fenerbahce or Gornik Zabrze if they get past Sturm Graz in Champions League qualifying.Rangers were seeded in the Europa League third qualifying round and were drawn against Polish side Jagiellonia Bialystok.If Hearts lose to the Austrians, Benfica or St Gallen of Switzerland await in the Europa League.Fenerbahce and Gornik Zabrze finished as runners-up last season in Turkey and Poland respectively, with Jagiellonia Bialystok behind the latter on goal difference.Thi
  
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• Mourinho eager to work with Real Madrid prodigy, has specific plans for him

  20-07-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho eager to work with Real Madrid prodigy, has specific plans for himArda Guler has officially returned to Real Madrid’s pre-season training, becoming the first of the club’s World Cup participants to rejoin Jose Mourinho’s squad ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.The Turkish midfielder reported to Valdebebas on Monday and immediately took part in the team’s ball-work sessions, beginning what could be a defining season in his Real Madrid career.Guler is the first interna
  
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• Caught all the Copa action last week? Take the quiz of the week

  20-07-2026 14:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Caught all the Copa action last week? Take the quiz of the weekThe FIFA World Cup 2026 has ended.But there’s still one quiz left to find out if you kept up with everything that happened in the final week of the tournament.Take the Quiz of the Week here!After testing your knowledge, write in the comments whether you got 10/10.And also tell us whether you found it easy or difficult.This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 
  
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• Manchester United sign 18-year-old Tynan Thompson from Tottenham

  20-07-2026 14:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  One of the most intriguing soccer prospects is heading to Manchester United. The side agreed to sign 18-year-old Tynan Thompson from the Tottenham Spurs, the team announced Monday.Thompson’s deal is worth $5.4 million, but can double based on how he performs, according to the Athletic.We have reached agreement with Manchester United for the transfer of Tynan Thompson.🔗 https://t.co/AkyFQElxsvpic.twitter.com/yFzi9YJxHq— Tottenham Hotspur Academy (@Spurs_Academy) July 20, 2026T
  
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• Bologna want €40m for Chelsea and Aston Villa target Rowe

  20-07-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bologna want €40m for Chelsea and Aston Villa target RoweJonathan Rowe’s future could lie away from Bologna, with the winger attracting a double approach from the Premier League.According to Il Resto del Carlino, via CalcioMercato.it, Chelsea and Aston Villa have both set their sights on the England winger for next season, raising the prospect of a return to his homeland.Bologna are asking for around €40 million for a player who, for his part, would welcome a move back to the Pre
  
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• Bastoni targeted by Al-Hilal and former Inter coach Inzaghi

  20-07-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bastoni targeted by Al-Hilal and former Inter coach InzaghiInter defender Alessandro Bastoni has been targeted by Simone Inzaghi’s Al-Hilal, claim Sky Sport Italia, but a move remains unlikely.The summer had started with suggestions the defender was closer than ever to leaving San Siro, with Barcelona, Real Madrid and Chelsea among the clubs interested in his potential signature.However, coach Cristian Chivu was adamant that Bastoni was not for sale, despite the controversy and angry react
  
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• Hull FC owners apologise for 'difficult' season

  20-07-2026 14:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull FC are second bottom in the Super League table with five wins from 19 matches this year [swpix.com]Hull FC's owners have said they "take responsibility" for the club's terrible 2026 campaign.The Black and Whites have won just one of their past 10 Super League matches and are second bottom of the table.They announced in early April that head coach John Cartwright would be leaving at the end of the season to be replaced by former England coach Steve McNamara but Cartwright subsequently left 1
  
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• How the World Cup has affected Everton

  20-07-2026 14:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Iliman Ndiaye is one of Everton's biggest assets and was at the centre of transfer talk before the World Cup.He made an impact at the tournament with a spectacular strike after coming on as a substitute in Senegal's 5-0 win against Iraq. They reached the last 32 before losing 3-2 to Belgium.It remains to be seen whether the World Cup reignites speculation, but Everton will hope it stays quiet as Ndiaye is arguably their most creative player.Idrissa Gueye, Ndiaye's Senegal team-mate
  
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• How the World Cup has affected Bournemouth

  20-07-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Bournemouth fans will have been encouraged by the performances of Ben Gannon-Doak at the World Cup, despite Scotland's brief stay in the tournament. The winger played in all three group matches, and particularly impressed in their sole win over Haiti.The Cherries had six players at the World Cup, including New Zealand back-up goalkeeper Alex Paulsen who has joined Motherwell on loan for the coming season.Starring among them, as well as Gannon-Doak, was winger Rayan. The 19-year-old
  
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• Guardiola meets Maldini and Leonardo in Barcelona to discuss Italy job

  20-07-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Guardiola meets Maldini and Leonardo in Barcelona to discuss Italy jobItaly’s new-look federation is making a genuine attempt to lure Pep Guardiola into the national team dugout, with Paolo Maldini and Leonardo having met the Catalan coach in person over the weekend.According to Sky Sport, via CalcioMercato, the two FIGC executives flew to Barcelona and held direct talks with the former Manchester City boss to sound him out about the head coach role.The meeting is said to have run across t
  
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• Football Extra: An incredible World Cup – almost until the end

  20-07-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spain were made to wait and had to navigate dubious tactics from Argentina, but they emerged worth winners [Getty Images]It was a an incredible World Cup, but sadly you cannot add the word 'Final' to that phrase. You probably had to be Spanish or more specifically a Spanish football fan to truly enjoy the120 minutes that were frequently tedious for the billions watching who aren'ttrue football aficionados.How could this happen after such a tournament. I don't think it was difficult to predict ba
  
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• Barcelona shift complete focus on Julian Alvarez operation with World Cup over

  20-07-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona shift complete focus on Julian Alvarez operation with World Cup overFC Barcelona are redirecting their entire focus toward resolving the transfer saga surrounding Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez, reports journalist Achraf Ben Ayad. Following the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup, the Catalan club’s sporting department has designated the upcoming days as absolutely crucial for determining whether the Argentina international can be realistically signed before the upcoming dom
  
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• How the World Cup has affected Arsenal

  20-07-2026 14:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Arsenal may be the Premier League team affected most by the World Cup.The Gunners face an anxious wait over the fitness of William Saliba, who had been managing a back issue before his tournament was ended by the same problem.The centre-back has not yet been assessed by the club's medical team, but if he was sidelined, it would be a big loss - especially as his defensive partnership with Gabriel is so crucial to how the team play.The other two question marks will be over the fitnes
  
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• Transfer latest: Rogers medical expected today, plus your questions answered

  20-07-2026 14:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Transfer latest: Morgan Rogers expected to have his medical at Chelsea later before sealing his club-record £117m move from Aston VillaHow to follow your team this season on the BBCDo you have a question about transfers for our reporters? Send them using the Get Involved button on this pageSoon: Spain's players arrive back in Madrid after winning the World CupHow the World Cup has affected your Premier League team Transfer latest: Rogers medical expected today, plus your questions answered
  
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• Italy offer manager's job to Pep Guardiola

  20-07-2026 14:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy offer manager's job to Pep GuardiolaItaly seems willing to go all in to avoid the risk of missing out on the 2030 World Cup.According to Sky Sport, Paolo Maldini and the Brazilian Leonardo, the new executives of the Italian national team, spent the weekend in Barcelona with Pep Guardiola.According to journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, during the meeting, the executives offered the Spaniard the job of head coach of the Italian national team for the next cycle.There are no updates on whether Gua
  
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• Aston Villa complete second summer transfer signing

  20-07-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa complete second summer transfer signingAston Villa have announced the signing of Joao Gomes from Wolverhampton Wanderers on a five-year contract. According to The Athletic, Gomes has joined Villa for a fee around £35 million following a successful medical on Friday. Unai Emery’s side had no plans to add a central midfielder earlier this month. But they were forced to enter the transfer market after Amadou Onana’s long-term injury and Youri Tielemans m
  
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• The chilling stat hurting Argentina after the final v Spain

  20-07-2026 14:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The chilling stat hurting Argentina after the final v SpainArgentina woke up hurting after the defeat in the World Cup final against Spain.Losing was hard, but the manner of the defeat made it even harder.Argentina became the first national team in history not to register a shot in 90 minutes during a World Cup final.On top of that, Leo Messi did not touch the ball in Spain’s penalty area, something that reflects both the poor performance of the Albiceleste and of Leo himself.After this, i
  
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