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Manchester United close in on £50m Santos signing to fill Casemiro's midfield void
Manchester United have agreed a deal worth around £50m with Chelsea for Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos, 22, whose ground-duel success rate of 67.8% last season dwarfed those of Casemiro, Kobbie Mainoo, and Bruno Fernandes.
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England pubs granted extended hours for World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami
The UK government has confirmed extended licensing hours for pubs in England and Wales ahead of England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway on Saturday. Venues can stay open until 30 minutes after the final whistle, with kick-off set for 10pm BST from Miami's Hard Rock Stadium.
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Tchouaméni signs Real Madrid extension to 2031 as Mourinho backs long-term rebuild
Aurélien Tchouaméni has committed to Real Madrid until 2031, extending his contract by three years. The renewal, confirmed by Matteo Moretto and Marca, comes with José Mourinho's approval as the new head coach reshapes his squad.
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Hacked email reignites controversy over Letexier after Argentina-Egypt match
An email sent from an account linked to the Argentine Football Federation accused referee François Letexier of "corrupt decisions" during the 2026 World Cup round-of-16 between Argentina and Egypt. The AFA denies any involvement and points to a cyberattack of Egyptian origin.
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France face Spain in 2026 World Cup semi-final: La Roja favoured by observers
France will face Spain on 14 July in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup. Reigning European champions and dominant in recent head-to-head records (7 wins in 10), La Roja are considered favourites by several observers.
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England pubs granted extended hours as Norway quarter-final faces storm delay
Pubs and bars in England and Wales will be permitted to stay open for 30 minutes after the final whistle if tonight's World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami is delayed by thunderstorms, the government has confirmed.
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Belgian media savage Man Utd keeper Lammens after costly World Cup quarter-final howler
Senne Lammens fumbled a late Pau Cubarsi effort to gift Mikel Merino the winner as Belgium fell 2-1 to Spain in the World Cup quarter-finals in Los Angeles, with Belgian newspaper Le Soir declaring the Manchester United goalkeeper 'cost us the match'.
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England face 43-degree heat and Saharan dust as Norway quarter-final looms in Miami
Thomas Tuchel's England side face a brutal physical test in Miami's extreme heat and humidity when they meet Norway for a place in the World Cup semi-finals, with players warned they could lose up to eight pints of sweat if the match goes to extra time.
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Manchester United hire production manager to shape Amazon 'All or Nothing' documentary
Manchester United are recruiting a dedicated production manager to oversee editorial control of their upcoming Amazon 'All or Nothing' documentary, which will film at Carrington during the 2026/27 season after the club secured a record fee for the project.
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Man United's midfield backup plan: Four targets if Ederson deal collapses over knee concern
Manchester United's £38m move for Atalanta midfielder Ederson is under threat after medical tests raised concerns over a previous meniscus injury. With Manuel Ugarte also ruled out long-term and Casemiro gone, United are weighing alternatives including Alex Scott, Manu Kone, Joao Gomes, and Aurelien Tchouameni.
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Petkovic Close to Departure, €5M Severance Could Keep Him in Post
Announced as leaving after Algeria's first-round elimination at the 2026 World Cup, Vladimir Petkovic could ultimately remain as head coach of the Fennecs. The FAF fears a financial dispute that could reach 5 million euros.
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England return to all-white kit for World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami
England will wear their preferred all-white strip for the World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami, after FIFA's kit-clash regulations forced them into navy shorts for earlier matches against Ghana and Mexico.
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Saharan dust cloud over Miami could affect England players with respiratory conditions against Norway
A fresh plume of Saharan dust has settled over South Florida ahead of England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami, bringing reduced air quality that could pose risks for players with asthma or respiratory conditions, including Ollie Watkins.
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Lammens blunder ends Belgium's World Cup run as Spanish substitute pounces in the 88th minute
Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens spilled a Pau Cubarsi shot in the 88th minute, allowing Mikel Merino to tap home and send Spain into the semi-finals with a 2-1 win over Belgium in Los Angeles.
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Man City sign Leicester teenager Jeremy Monga in £10m deal to join pre-season tour
Manchester City have confirmed the signing of 17-year-old Jeremy Monga from Leicester City in a £10million deal with add-ons. The midfielder-winger, one of the youngest players ever to appear in the Premier League, has signed a five-year contract at the Etihad.
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Nyland's heroics against Brazil make Norway's goalkeeper England's biggest World Cup threat
Erling Haaland grabs the headlines, but it is 35-year-old goalkeeper Orjan Nyland who poses the most immediate danger to England's World Cup semi-final hopes after a stunning display — including a penalty save — eliminated Brazil.
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PSG eyeing Ferran Torres ahead of France-Spain World Cup semi-final
As France and Spain prepare to face off in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, PSG are reportedly in talks to sign Barcelona forward Ferran Torres, seen as a potential successor to Gonçalo Ramos.
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United insist £38m Ederson deal is alive despite knee scare and collapse reports
Manchester United have denied that their move for Atalanta midfielder Ederson has collapsed, despite reports of a knee problem discovered during his medical. The club does not consider the deal off, with a £48m move for Andrey Santos also progressing.
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Courtois backs Lammens to recover after costly error ends Belgium's World Cup
Senne Lammens fumbled a Pau Cubarsi strike in the 88th minute to gift Mikel Merino a winner as Spain eliminated Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarter-finals. Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, who was substituted just before the error, publicly backed his compatriot to bounce back.
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Guehi and Rice return to training to boost Tuchel ahead of England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway
Marc Guehi and Declan Rice have both returned to training and could feature for England against Norway in tonight's World Cup quarter-final in Miami, easing defensive concerns for Thomas Tuchel after Jarell Quansah's two-match ban.
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