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Motherwell appoint 35-year-old Swede Alfred Johansson as data-driven search delivers again
Motherwell have named Alfred Johansson as their new manager, with the 35-year-old Swede arriving from Rosenborg to replace Jens Berthel Askou, who was poached by Toulouse after guiding the Scottish club to a fourth-place Premiership finish.
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Darren Bond among three Premier League referees to retire as PGMOL confirms end of careers
PGMOL has confirmed the retirement of Premier League referee Darren Bond and assistant referees Natalie Aspinall and Marc Perry following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season. Several Championship and WSL officials have also stepped down.
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Ronaldo's sister concedes he and Portugal fell well short in World Cup opener
Katia Aveiro broke ranks on Instagram to admit that Cristiano Ronaldo and his Portugal team-mates all underperformed in their 1-1 draw against DR Congo in Houston on Wednesday, as Ronaldo's scoreless run at major tournaments stretched to 10 games.
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Koundé in Difficulty Against Senegal, Starting Spot Threatened Despite Gusto Injury
Jules Koundé delivered a disappointing performance in France's 3-1 win over Senegal, putting his status as starting right-back in question. Malo Gusto, expected to replace him against Iraq, suffered an ankle injury in training.
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Diomande vows to become world's best in tribute to sister who died aged 15
RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande has written a deeply personal tribute to his late sister Roxane, who died aged 15 after allegedly having a drink spiked, declaring that everything he does on a football pitch is for her.
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Saha urges Portugal to bench Ronaldo after toothless DR Congo draw
Louis Saha, Cristiano Ronaldo's former Manchester United team-mate, says Portugal must be willing to drop the 41-year-old to give themselves the best chance at World Cup 2026, following a 1-1 draw with DR Congo in which Ronaldo failed to score for the 10th consecutive major-tournament game.
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Ronaldo draws a blank in Portugal's World Cup opener as Henry slams his selfishness
Cristiano Ronaldo failed to score in Portugal's 1-1 draw with DR Congo at the 2026 World Cup, extending his international goal drought to 10 games. Thierry Henry accused the 41-year-old of blocking Bruno Fernandes from a tap-in by prioritising his own pursuit of 1,000 career goals.
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England drawn against Greece in Women's World Cup 2027 play-off first round
England's Lionesses will face Greece in October's Women's World Cup 2027 qualification play-offs, needing to win two rounds of home-and-away ties to secure a place at the finals in Brazil. Spain claimed the automatic UEFA berth from England's group, leaving Sarina Wiegman's side to navigate the play-off route.
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Manchester United target free-agent Karl Darlow as Onana's future grows uncertain
Manchester United are reportedly weighing a move for out-of-contract Leeds United goalkeeper Karl Darlow, 35, as the club seeks backup cover with André Onana's future at Old Trafford in doubt.
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United hope Rashford's World Cup form attracts permanent buyers after Barcelona snub
Manchester United are seeking a permanent sale of Marcus Rashford this summer after Barcelona opted to sign Anthony Gordon instead. The club believes a strong World Cup showing could boost his £40m market value and widen interest from potential suitors including Bayern Munich.
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McInnes's Rangers debut headlines ten must-watch SPFL fixtures for 2026-27
The 2026-27 Scottish Premiership schedule has been released, with Derek McInnes facing an immediate test as Rangers boss and the first Old Firm derby set for 20 September at Celtic Park among the standout early fixtures.
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Liverpool target Yan Diomande reveals sister's death at 15 drives his rise to stardom
RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, 19, is in talks with Liverpool over a summer move and has written a deeply personal tribute to his sister Roxane, who died aged 15 after having her drink spiked at a party.
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Pérez ready to break Real Madrid's transfer record with €200m-plus bid for Olise
Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez is personally driving a pursuit of Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise that could exceed €200m, surpassing all previous figures reported and potentially setting a new club record by a substantial margin.
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Ivory Coast striker Wahi denied entry to Canada amid match-fixing investigation
Elye Wahi will miss Ivory Coast's World Cup clash with Germany in Toronto after being refused entry to Canada, one day after it emerged the 23-year-old Nice forward had been arrested over alleged match-fixing in Ligue 1.
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Wahi barred from Ivory Coast's World Cup clash with Germany after match-fixing arrest
Elye Wahi will miss Ivory Coast's Group E match against Germany in Toronto after being refused entry into Canada, following his arrest on suspicion of match-fixing in connection with a Nice league game in May.
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TV rights, online criticism, visa issues: Michou faces obstacles in first World Cup 2026 match for M6
Content creator Michou, sent by M6 to cover the 2026 World Cup, faced public backlash after France's 3-1 win over Senegal and is blocked by TV rights restrictions from sharing stadium footage on social media, while visa complications threaten to further complicate his assignment.
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Wahi denied entry to Canada for Ivory Coast's World Cup clash amid match-fixing investigation
Elye Wahi has been barred from joining Ivory Coast's squad in Toronto for their World Cup match against Germany on Saturday, a day after French police arrested the Nice forward over suspected match-fixing. He becomes the second World Cup player refused entry into Canada, following Ghana's Thomas Partey.
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Vieira backs France to beat England and win the World Cup after Three Lions' 4-2 opener
Patrick Vieira praised England's 4-2 win over Croatia but insisted France remain the team to beat at the World Cup, predicting Les Bleus would defeat the Three Lions if the sides meet.
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Kane doubles to equal Lineker's England record as Haaland rivalry fuels Golden Boot bid
Harry Kane scored twice in England's 4-2 win over Croatia to match Gary Lineker's record of 10 World Cup goals for England, and admitted that Erling Haaland's brace 24 hours earlier is sharpening his own ambitions for the Golden Boot.
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Rashford's World Cup goal for England leaves Barcelona regretting their transfer decision
Marcus Rashford came off the bench to score a late goal as England beat Croatia 4-2 at the 2026 World Cup, prompting Spanish media to question whether Barcelona made the wrong call by letting their loan option lapse in favour of signing Anthony Gordon.
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