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Socceroos ‘focused’ as transfer rumors swirl – Alessandro Circati

ALAMEDA, California — As reports of some of the world’s biggest clubs eyeing Australian talent start to emerge, Alessandro Circati,…

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June 18, 2026

South Korea coach confirms drone seen over training in Mexico

South Korea coach Hong Myung-Bo called the sight of a drone flying over a closed training session in Guadalajara ahead…

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June 18, 2026

Harry Kane equals Gary Lineker, David Beckham World Cup records with Croatia goals

Harry Kane equalled World Cup records of England legends Gary Lineker and David Beckham with his first-half double in the…

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June 18, 2026

Harry Kane equals Gary Lineker, David Beckham World Cup records with Croatia goals

Harry Kane equalled World Cup records of England legends Gary Lineker and David Beckham with his first-half double in the…

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June 18, 2026

England’s Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham laud Thomas Tuchel’s halftime speech

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June 18, 2026

South Africa captain Ronwen Williams says it ‘hurts’ to hear former players criticising Bafana

ATLANTA, GA — South Africa captain Ronwen Williams has acknowledged that it has been painful to hear former South Africa…

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June 18, 2026

Congo DR coach urges team to stay ‘humble’ after historic Portugal drawl

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June 18, 2026

Harry Kane leads England to statement World Cup win over Croatia

Harry Kane scored twice to equal the English record for men’s World Cup goals, Jude Bellingham added another two minutes…

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June 18, 2026

Why one VAR rule for Messi, and another for Zwane? – Broos

ATLANTA, GA — South Africa will appeal the red card and three-match suspension handed out to Themba Zwane, according to…

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June 18, 2026

Brest announce death of manager, ex-Sunderland midfielder Eric Roy, 58

Brest manager Eric Roy has died at the age of 58, the club have announced. The death of the former…

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June 18, 2026

Chelsea’s Lucy Bronze: Need to ‘protect’ football for fansAugust 26, 2026
LONDON — Chelsea and England defender Lucy Bronze said she wants to “protect [football] for the fans” after joining a collective statement criticising FIFA president Gianni Infantino and the “current leadership’s ability to distinguish between its own interests and what is best for football.” Bronze was one of several former and current players, including Emmanuel… Read more: Chelsea’s Lucy Bronze: Need to ‘protect’ football for fans
Man City’s Nico González to join Newcastle for £52 million – sourcesAugust 26, 2026
Nico González‘s transfer from Manchester City to Newcastle United has been agreed, sources told ESPN. The Spanish midfielder is set to move to St James’ Park in a £52 million deal ($70.9m), sources said. Newcastle will pay an initial £48 million ($65.4m) with another £4 million ($5.5m) in potential add-ons. He becomes the fourth senior… Read more: Man City’s Nico González to join Newcastle for £52 million – sources
Man United confirm signing of Carlos Baleba from BrightonAugust 25, 2026
Manchester United confirmed the arrival of midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton & Hove Albion on a five-year contract on Tuesday. United will pay a fee of £65 million ($88.7m) plus £5 million ($6.8m) in possible add-ons, sources told ESPN. The deal includes an option to extend Baleba’s contract for a further year. Baleba, 22, has… Read more: Man United confirm signing of Carlos Baleba from Brighton
Arsenal’s Bruno Guimarães: Chance to ‘make a dynasty’ under Mikel ArtetaAugust 25, 2026
Bruno Guimarães is relishing being part of Mikel Arteta’s quest to “make a dynasty” at Arsenal. Having swept past Manchester City in the Community Shield, the Gunners opened the defence of their Premier League title with an impressive 3-0 win over newly promoted Coventry at the Emirates Stadium. Guimaraes missed the chance to make his… Read more: Arsenal’s Bruno Guimarães: Chance to ‘make a dynasty’ under Mikel Arteta
Morgan Rogers teases ‘more to come’ after scoring on Chelsea debutAugust 25, 2026
Morgan Rogers promised there is more to come after he marked his Chelsea debut with a goal in Monday’s 3-2 win over Fulham. The club’s £117 million ($157.28m) buy from Aston Villa got the Blues’ second goal at Craven Cottage to restore their lead late in the first half, and contributed to a scintillating attacking… Read more: Morgan Rogers teases ‘more to come’ after scoring on Chelsea debut
Christopher Nkunku close to Leipzig loan from AC Milan – sourcesAugust 25, 2026
France forward Christopher Nkunku is on the verge of a return to RB Leipzig on loan from AC Milan, sources have told ESPN. Nkunku, 28, joined AC Milan in 2025 from Chelsea on a deal in the region of €40 million (£34m / $47m), but he is one of several players deemed surplus to requirements… Read more: Christopher Nkunku close to Leipzig loan from AC Milan – sources
Randal Kolo Muani ‘hasn’t played for two years, there’s a reason for that’ – Juventus bossAugust 25, 2026
Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti has warned Randal Kolo Muani he must rediscover his top form after expressing frustration with the French forward’s lacklustre display against Frosinone. Kolo Muani played all 90 minutes as Juve kicked off their Serie A campaign with a 1-0 win at Frosinone on Sunday, with Gleison Bremer scoring the only goal.… Read more: Randal Kolo Muani ‘hasn’t played for two years, there’s a reason for that’ – Juventus boss
Man City monitoring Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo before transfer deadline – sourcesAugust 25, 2026
Cody Gakpo is one of a number of forwards Manchester City are monitoring ahead of the transfer deadline, sources have told ESPN. City have enquired about Gakpo’s potential availability although the club have not yet made direct contact with Liverpool. The Dutchman started and scored in Liverpool’s 2-2 draw with Newcastle on Sunday. So far… Read more: Man City monitoring Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo before transfer deadline – sources
Tottenham complete the signing of Sávio from Man CityAugust 25, 2026
Sávio has joined Tottenham from Manchester City in a deal worth up to £85 million ($116m). Spurs had been pursuing Sávio for a year, after first registering their interest in the forward last summer. “It’s taken a while but I’m very happy to be here,” Sávio said. “It’s a wonderful opportunity at a brilliant club… Read more: Tottenham complete the signing of Sávio from Man City
Former players say ‘enough is enough’ and ‘change is necessary’ at FIFA amid Infantino pressureAugust 25, 2026
Several current and former footballers have applied further pressure on FIFA’s leadership, saying “change is necessary” on social media amid growing pressure on president Gianni Infantino. Former Manchester United defender Mikaël Silvestre shared a post on X yesterday criticising the organisation, which has since been recirculated by current England player Lucy Bronze and former goalkeeper… Read more: Former players say ‘enough is enough’ and ‘change is necessary’ at FIFA amid Infantino pressure