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Livramento ruled out of World Cup, Tuchel recalls Chalobah over Alexander-Arnold
The English Football Association confirmed on Tuesday that Newcastle right-back Tino Livramento will miss the 2026 World Cup due to a calf tear. Trevoh Chalobah replaces him in the Three Lions squad, while Trent Alexander-Arnold remains sidelined.
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Arsenal secure pre-contract for Northern Ireland teenager Blayney ahead of Liverpool
Arsenal have agreed a pre-contract with Larne goalkeeper Phoenix Blayney, beating Liverpool to the Northern Ireland youth international. The 16-year-old will join the Gunners on professional terms when he turns 17 in November 2027.
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Injured Livramento ruled out of World Cup ahead of England's opening match
Tino Livramento, Newcastle's right-back, has been forced to withdraw from the 2026 World Cup due to a calf injury, on the eve of England's opening match against Croatia. Thomas Tuchel has called up Trevoh Chalobah as his replacement.
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McBride urges USMNT to harness momentum after record 4-1 demolition of Paraguay
Former US international Brian McBride has called on the USMNT to carry the belief generated by their record 4-1 opening win over Paraguay into Friday's clash with Australia in Seattle, which could seal a place in the knockout stages.
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Erasmus hands five uncapped Springboks their chance against the Barbarians
Rassie Erasmus has named five uncapped players in South Africa's starting XV to face the Barbarians at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday, with the head coach declaring his coaching staff have been 'very impressed' by the new generation's grasp of Springbok systems.
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Swedish baron Lagerbielke shines as Sweden demolish Tunisia 5-1 at World Cup
Gustaf Lagerbielke, a 26-year-old defender from one of Sweden's noble families, played the full match as Sweden opened their World Cup campaign with a 5-1 victory over Tunisia on Sunday, leaving them top of their group.
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Dembélé, Ballon d'Or but a ghost for France: the impossible equation before France-Senegal
Winner of the 2025 Ballon d'Or and decisive in the Ligue des Champions with PSG, Ousmane Dembélé has scored only 7 goals in 59 caps and contributed to just two of France's 30 goals in the last two World Cups.
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FBI foiled explosive drone and sniper plot targeting UFC White House event, Trump says he was unaware
The FBI disrupted an alleged terrorist plot involving explosive drones and snipers aimed at attendees of the UFC White House event on June 14. Five suspects are in custody, with investigators identifying 23 people as involved in the plot.
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Trafford admits club No.1 status is key to England dream as City weigh £40m exit
James Trafford has acknowledged that playing as a first-choice goalkeeper is essential to his World Cup ambitions, with Manchester City reportedly valuing the 22-year-old at £40m after Gianluigi Donnarumma's arrival limited his opportunities.
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FIFA reverses Spanish-language ban at World Cup 2026 after viral Hakimi moment sparks outrage
FIFA has scrapped its restriction on Spanish at World Cup 2026 press conferences after days of backlash, following a viral moment in which PSG defender Achraf Hakimi was effectively barred from answering a question in Spanish despite the tournament being co-hosted by Mexico.
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Uncapped Stormers lock Gary Porter called into Zimbabwe squad to face South Africa A
Zimbabwe have named 29-year-old Stormers lock Gary Porter in their training squad for the Nations Cup opener against South Africa A on 20 June, with the Bulawayo-born-qualified forward eyeing a place in the matchday 23.
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Gignac wants to extend with Tigres but still awaits response from club
Out of contract with Tigres UANL, André-Pierre Gignac has requested a one-year extension along with a management position, but the Mexican club has yet to make any proposal ten days before the season resumes.
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World Cup winner Rosie Galligan rejoins Harlequins for 2026/27 season
Rosie Galligan will return to the Twickenham Stoop for a second spell with Harlequins ahead of the 2026/27 season, reuniting with fiancée Marlie Packer after three seasons at Saracens.
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Vozinha goes from 50k to six million followers after stunning Spain at 40
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha became a global sensation after his seven-save, clean-sheet performance held Spain to a 0-0 draw in Atlanta on Monday, sending his Instagram following from 50,000 to 6.3 million overnight.
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Arsenal target Elijah Upson on free transfer after Tottenham exit at 18
Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Elijah Upson, the teenage son of former Gunners defender Matthew Upson, after the 18-year-old announced he will leave Tottenham on a free transfer when his contract expires this month.
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Erasmus hands two uncapped players Springbok starts against Barbarians in 2026 opener
Riley Norton, the 20-year-old who captained South Africa to Junior World Championship glory in 2025, and Champions Cup-winning prop Carlu Sadie will make their Springbok debuts when the Boks face the Barbarians in Gqeberha on Saturday.
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United reject Barcelona loan as Rashford option expires and Summerville move advances
Barcelona's £26m option to sign Marcus Rashford permanently expired at midnight on Monday, and Manchester United have ruled out a second loan deal. Meanwhile, United are monitoring West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville, valued at around £50m, as part of a potential double signing from the London club.
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Alireza Faghani to referee France vs Senegal at 2026 World Cup Group I opener
Iranian-Australian official Alireza Faghani will take charge of France's 2026 World Cup Group I opener against Senegal at New York Jersey Stadium. Faghani previously refereed the classic 2018 World Cup clash between France and Argentina, which France won 4-3.
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Gabonese referee Pierre Atcho to officiate Norway's World Cup opener against Iraq
Pierre Atcho, an experienced Gabonese official with multiple Africa Cup of Nations fixtures to his name, will referee Norway's Group I clash against Iraq at the 2026 World Cup in Boston. Egyptian officials will handle VAR duties.
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Chelsea eye Real Madrid's Carreras to replace Cucurella, leaving United to rue early exit
Chelsea are targeting Real Madrid left-back Alvaro Carreras as a replacement for Marc Cucurella, who has joined Madrid in a £51.7m deal. Carreras, 23, was released by Manchester United in 2024 without making a single competitive appearance.
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