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Alvarez rejects Arsenal and PSG, pledges loyalty to Barcelona despite Atlético's blockade
Julian Alvarez has turned down offers from Arsenal (€50M + Gyökeres) and PSG to remain available for FC Barcelona, where he hopes to sign next summer, according to Mundo Deportivo.
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Rangel's 87th-minute reflex save seals Mexico's place in World Cup knockout stage
Backup goalkeeper Raúl 'Tala' Rangel denied South Korea an equaliser with a stunning late double stop, securing a 1-0 win and a first-place finish in Group A for the co-host nation.
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South Korean goalkeeper's blunder gifts Mexico top spot in Group A
On a glaring error by goalkeeper Kim Seung-Gyu, Mexico beat South Korea 1-0 thanks to a goal from Romo and becomes the first team qualified for the round of 16, topping Group A with six points.
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Giresse predicts Senegal qualification despite France defeat
After losing 3-1 to France in their World Cup 2026 opener, the Lions of Teranga face Norway on June 22 at East Rutherford. Former coach Alain Giresse remains convinced that Senegal will advance from the group stage.
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Wallaroos Player of the Year Tuinakauvadra returns from injury to spearhead Brumbies' Fiji trip
Tabua Tuinakauvadra has been named in the ACT Brumbies starting side to face the Fijian Drua in Ba this weekend, just weeks after returning from a meniscus injury — and with a landmark move to Leicester Tigers in England's PWR on the horizon.
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Carrick faces nine-man World Cup headache as United prepare for Premier League opener
Michael Carrick could be without up to nine first-team players for Manchester United's Premier League opener on August 22, with Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo and Lisandro Martinez among those deep in World Cup 2026 contention.
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Liverpool hijack Newcastle's Victor Munoz move to sign Osasuna winger for £34.5m
Liverpool have signed Osasuna winger Victor Munoz for £34.5m after activating his release clause, denying Newcastle United a target for the third time in a year following the Ekitike and Isak sagas.
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Canada rout Qatar 6-0 but Kone fractures leg as Mexico seal knockout-stage place
Canada thrashed Qatar 6-0 at the World Cup on Thursday, but the result was overshadowed by a serious leg fracture suffered by Ismael Kone, who was stretchered off and taken straight to hospital. Mexico became the first side into the round of 32 after beating South Korea 1-0.
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Double fracture for Ismaël Koné after horrible tackle against Qatar
During Canada's historic 6-0 victory over Qatar in the World Cup, midfielder Ismaël Koné suffered a double tibia-fibula fracture from a tackle by Assim Madibo, according to Fabrizio Romano. He left the field on a stretcher.
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Giroud predicts Bouaddi to Real Madrid if Moroccan fixes his only flaw
Impressed by Ayyoub Bouaddi's performances at the 2026 World Cup, his Lille teammate Olivier Giroud believes the 18-year-old midfielder will join Real Madrid next season if he improves his finishing, with a transfer fee exceeding 60 to 70 million euros.
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Dembélé sacrificed despite two assists wasted by Mbappé against Senegal
Substituted at half-time during France's 3-1 victory over Senegal, Ousmane Dembélé had nonetheless set up two chances for Kylian Mbappé, who squandered both. A context that tempers the criticism directed at the 2025 Ballon d'Or winner.
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Canada thrash Qatar 6-0 for first-ever World Cup win as Mexico also advance
Canada recorded their first victory in men's World Cup history with a stunning 6-0 demolition of Qatar at BC Place in Vancouver, equalling the record for the largest margin of victory by a host nation. Jonathan David scored a hat-trick, while Mexico also secured their place in the Round of 32 on Day 8.
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Liverpool prepare £50m Trincao bid as United target Croatia's Baturina after England goal
Liverpool are readying a 'monster' offer close to Francisco Trincao's £50.5m release clause, while Manchester United have identified Como midfielder Martin Baturina following his equaliser against England at the World Cup.
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Premier League 2026/27 fixtures revealed: Manchester United and City learn their opening schedules
The Premier League has released its full fixture list for the 2026/27 season. Michael Carrick's Manchester United and Enzo Maresca's expected Manchester City will now know their opening opponents as the new campaign takes shape.
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Seven Liverpool stars risk missing Premier League opener as World Cup deep runs loom
Andoni Iraola could be without up to seven first-team players for Liverpool's opening Premier League fixture on 22 August, with Van Dijk, Gravenberch, Gakpo, Wirtz, Mac Allister and Alisson all involved in World Cup campaigns.
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Ferdinand urges United to reverse Rashford exit as Baturina emerges as £43m World Cup target
Rio Ferdinand has called on Manchester United to reconsider selling Marcus Rashford after his strong form for Barcelona and England, while Croatia midfielder Martin Baturina has attracted United's interest following his goal against the Three Lions at the World Cup.
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Mexico become first nation into last 32 as Kone injury overshadows Canada's 6-0 rout of Qatar
Co-hosts Mexico secured their place in the World Cup last 32 with a narrow win over South Korea in Guadalajara, while Canada thrashed nine-man Qatar 6-0 but were left anxious over a serious-looking injury to midfielder Ismael Kone.
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Luca Zidane targeted online after errors against Messi's Argentina
Directly involved in two of Lionel Messi's three goals in Algeria's opening World Cup match, Luca Zidane has become the target of online mockery, reigniting debate over his legitimacy in the national team.
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Liverpool hijack Newcastle's move for Munoz with Real Madrid buy-back clause included
Liverpool are closing in on Osasuna forward Victor Munoz in a £34.7m deal that includes a buy-back clause for Real Madrid, after pipping Newcastle United to the 22-year-old's signature for the second successive summer.
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Newcastle's £60m sponsorship deal complicates Man City's pursuit of Sandro Tonali
Manchester City are targeting Sandro Tonali as a midfield option, but Newcastle United's new £60m front-of-shirt sponsorship agreement with KNOX Hydration has eased the financial pressure that might have forced a sale.
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