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Der Zakarian returns to Nantes ten years after acrimonious departure
Relegated to Ligue 2, FC Nantes is set to entrust its bench to Michel Der Zakarian for two seasons, according to Ouest-France. The Armenian manager left the club on bad terms in 2016, before a legal battle that was settled in 2023.
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England's World Cup warm-up against Costa Rica delayed by lightning and heavy rain in Orlando
England's pre-tournament friendly against Costa Rica at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando has been suspended after lightning and heavy rain left standing water on the pitch, casting doubt over the match just days before their World Cup 2026 opener against Croatia in Dallas.
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England's World Cup base in Kansas wins over locals ahead of South Africa opener
The Football Association has taken over the 54-room Inn at Meadowbrook in Prairie Village, near Kansas City, as England's base for the 2026 World Cup. Residents neighbouring the £260-a-night property have been flying Union flags and are set to meet Thomas Tuchel's squad at a local cocktail reception.
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Man United to stay in Anderson race and force City into club-record £100m fee
Manchester United will not withdraw their interest in Elliot Anderson despite being the midfielder's second choice, a tactic that could push Manchester City into a club-record fee exceeding £100 million for the Nottingham Forest player.
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England vs Costa Rica threatened by flooding and lightning storms in Orlando
England's final warm-up friendly before their World Cup campaign against Croatia has been thrown into doubt after severe storms flooded the pitch in Orlando, with a lightning warning issued at the stadium hours before kick-off.
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McKenna resigns as Ipswich boss weeks after securing Premier League promotion
Kieran McKenna has stepped down as Ipswich Town head coach just weeks after guiding the club to a second Premier League promotion in three seasons. The 39-year-old cited a desire to take time away from management after five years at Portman Road.
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Casemiro set to mentor Ederson in Brazil camp before Man Utd farewell
Casemiro is entering the final weeks of his Manchester United contract, but the Brazilian still has a role to play — guiding incoming signing Ederson during their shared time in the Brazil World Cup squad.
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Kieran McKenna resigns as Ipswich Town manager to take break from football
Kieran McKenna has stepped down as Ipswich Town head coach after five seasons, citing a desire to spend time with his family. The 40-year-old guided the club to two Premier League promotions and had been linked with the vacant Fulham job.
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Atlanta bans right turns on red to protect World Cup pedestrian crowds this summer
Atlanta has installed 'No Turn on Red' signs at busy downtown and Midtown intersections ahead of the 2026 World Cup, aiming to reduce crashes and protect the hundreds of thousands of visitors expected this summer. Violations carry fines of up to $265.
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Baleba held private talks with Fernandes and Cunha as Man Utd weigh £100m return
Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba spoke with Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes and Matheus Cunha after the final Premier League game of the season, reviving speculation over a move to Old Trafford that collapsed last summer.
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RC Lens passes DNCG financial review ahead of Champions League season
RC Lens received unconditional approval from the DNCG, French football's financial watchdog, during its annual review on Wednesday. The northern club, qualified for the Champions League after finishing second in Ligue 1, can now prepare its season with confidence.
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Tottenham sign Marcos Senesi on a free as De Zerbi reshapes a leaky defence
Tottenham Hotspur have signed centre-back Marcos Senesi on a free transfer after his Bournemouth contract expired, with the Argentine joining Andy Robertson as Roberto De Zerbi rebuilds a side that conceded 122 Premier League goals over the past two seasons.
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Spain lead 2026 World Cup odds as France close gap with tournament 13 days away
Spain remain the narrow favourites to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup at +450, but France have moved to +500 to close the gap on the defending Euro 2024 champions, with England third at +700 as the tournament approaches.
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One bettor stands to win $3.5 million across three parlays if Portugal lift the World Cup
A high-roller at Fanatics Sportsbook has placed three separate parlays — totalling $55,000 in stakes — all requiring Portugal to win the 2026 World Cup, with combined potential winnings of just under $3.5 million.
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Mbappé leads 2026 World Cup Golden Boot odds as Kane and Messi chase top scorer honours
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup less than two weeks away, Kylian Mbappé heads the Golden Boot market ahead of Harry Kane and Lionel Messi, as a mix of established stars and emerging talents compete for top scorer honours.
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John Stones leaves Man City after a decade as Bayern Munich and Everton circle
John Stones has departed Manchester City on a free transfer after ten years at the Etihad, with Bayern Munich and Everton emerging as the leading candidates to sign the 32-year-old England defender.
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Tottenham sign Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi on a free as De Zerbi rebuilds
Tottenham have confirmed the free transfer of Argentine centre-back Marcos Senesi from Bournemouth, making him their second signing of the summer following the arrival of Andy Robertson from Liverpool.
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Leverkusen snatch Hertha teenager Eichhorn from Liverpool, City and Chelsea
Bayer Leverkusen have secured the signing of 16-year-old Hertha Berlin midfielder Kennet Eichhorn, beating Liverpool, Manchester City and Chelsea to a prospect who had a release clause of around €8-9m.
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Casemiro set to mentor Ederson in Brazil camp as Man United's £35m deal nears completion
Manchester United have agreed a £35m deal to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson, and departing Casemiro — with just 20 days left on his contract — is poised to ease his successor's transition during their shared time in Brazil's World Cup squad.
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Sports Minister Gives Lucky Stones to France Squad Ahead of World Cup
During Emmanuel Macron's visit to Clairefontaine on June 2, Sports Minister Marina Ferrari handed France players semi-precious stones — blue jasper and rock crystal — believed to bring good luck before their departure for the World Cup in the United States.
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