Erling Haaland reminds Wayne Rooney of Norway row promise, still can’t believe Brazil win

July 9, 2026
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Jorge Jesus reaches agreement to become Portugal head coach – sourcesJuly 9, 2026
Jorge Jesus has reached an agreement with Portugal‘s Football Federation (FPF) to become the next head coach of the national team, sources have told ESPN. The Portuguese manager will succeed Roberto Martínez, who departed after his contract expired following Portugal’s elimination from the World Cup. Jorge Jesus, 71, joins as a free agent and will… Read more: Jorge Jesus reaches agreement to become Portugal head coach – sources
Spain’s Luis de la Fuente excited to see Lamine Yamal 2.0 vs. BelgiumJuly 9, 2026
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has told ESPN an “improved” Lamine Yamal is ready to deliver as La Roja gear up for Friday’s World Cup quarterfinal against Belgium in Los Angeles. Yamal, 18, recovered from a hamstring injury to make the finals but has not hit top gear yet at the tournament. However, De… Read more: Spain’s Luis de la Fuente excited to see Lamine Yamal 2.0 vs. Belgium
Arsenal sign goalkeeper Illan Meslier following Leeds exitJuly 9, 2026
Arsenal have announced the signing of 26-year-old goalkeeper Illan Meslier from Leeds United. The French goalkeeper spent seven years at Leeds where he made 215 appearances and kept 70 clean sheets. He made his Leeds debut in a third round FA cup tie against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium in 2020. “I’m extremely happy,” Meslier… Read more: Arsenal sign goalkeeper Illan Meslier following Leeds exit
Erling Haaland reminds Wayne Rooney of Norway row promise, still can’t believe Brazil winJuly 9, 2026
England’s Dan Burn relishing opportunity to battle with Norway’s Erling HaalandJuly 9, 2026
Dan Burn has said he believes England must be far better than they were against Mexico to beat Norway and would relish the challenge of keeping Erling Haaland quiet. A place in the World Cup semifinals is on offer in the Miami heat this weekend as the Scandinavian surprise package take on Thomas Tuchel’s men… Read more: England’s Dan Burn relishing opportunity to battle with Norway’s Erling Haaland
Barcelona bid for Borussia Dortmund’s Karim Adeyemi – sourceJuly 9, 2026
Barcelona have made an offer for Borussia Dortmund‘s Karim Adeyemi as they continue to build their attack for next season, a source told ESPN. Adeyemi, 24, is out of contract in 2027 and Barça are hopeful the versatile forward will be allowed to leave for a cut price fee this summer. Barça have already reached… Read more: Barcelona bid for Borussia Dortmund’s Karim Adeyemi – source
Lamine Yamal: ‘Incredible’ to see Lionel Messi still starring at World CupJuly 9, 2026
Spain winger Lamine Yamal has said he is thrilled to see Lionel Messi defy time and continue to have a starring role at this World Cup. Messi, 39, is leading the race for the Golden Boot with eight goals and had a standout performance in his team’s epic 3-2 comeback against Egypt on Tuesday that… Read more: Lamine Yamal: ‘Incredible’ to see Lionel Messi still starring at World Cup
Man United reveal location for new 100,000-seater stadiumJuly 9, 2026
Manchester United have confirmed the location for their proposed 100,000-seater stadium. The new ground, which would be the largest in the UK by capacity, will be built about 350 metres north west of Old Trafford, in Stretford, between John Gilbert Way, Wharfside Way and Europa Way. The club announced in June that it had secured… Read more: Man United reveal location for new 100,000-seater stadium
Keir Starmer hints at bank holiday if England win World CupJuly 9, 2026
An England World Cup win could mean an extra bank holiday, Sir Keir Starmer has hinted ahead of a quarterfinal clash with Norway. The Prime Minister hailed Monday’s win over Mexico as “one of the best England performances I’ve ever seen” and victory against Norway would take them a step closer to a first World… Read more: Keir Starmer hints at bank holiday if England win World Cup
Pierluigi Collina defends Egypt-Argentina referee after calls to send him home from World CupJuly 9, 2026
FIFA’s referees’ chief Pierluigi Collina has defended officials at the World Cup after Egypt claimed “serious” mistakes had been made by the referee in their round-of-16 loss to Argentina. The Egyptian Football Association called for French referee Francois Letexier and his team to be sent home after being left angered by key decisions in Tuesday’s… Read more: Pierluigi Collina defends Egypt-Argentina referee after calls to send him home from World Cup

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