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Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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England vs Croatia referee Clement Turpin carries Tuchel history
Clement Turpin’s England vs Croatia appointment brings Thomas Tuchel’s old criticism, England’s 4-1-2 record and Croatia’s 4-0-0 run.
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England defence could be the World Cup problem nobody can ignore
England's World Cup hopes are being complicated by an injury-prone, inexperienced defence led by John Stones, even as Harry Kane and the attack arrive in
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Argentina World Cup opener now looks like a selection puzzle
Messi, Emiliano Martínez and Julián Alvarez are all available for Argentina's World Cup opener. Only Nicolas Tagliafico is still being monitored.
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Ismael Saibari move to Bayern is about fit, not just fee
Bayern Munich’s move for Ismael Saibari is being framed as a Kompany-driven tactical signing, with the PSV attacker tipped for a No. 10 role and possible
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Sandro Tonali transfer: Tottenham join race as Newcastle hold firm
Tottenham have entered the Sandro Tonali transfer race. Newcastle want £100million, and Tonali is said to be open to a Spurs move.
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Austria vs Jordan preview: World Cup debut meets long-awaited return
Austria return to the World Cup for the first time since 1998, while Jordan make their debut in a Group J opener shaped by form and injuries.
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Iran's World Cup opener became about travel chaos as much as the 2-2 draw
Iran's 2-2 World Cup opener with New Zealand was overshadowed by travel restrictions, anthem boos and flag protests in Los Angeles.
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Ayyoub Bouaddi World Cup breakout has triggered a transfer race
Ayyoub Bouaddi’s World Cup display for Morocco has intensified a transfer race involving Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea and PSG, with Lille demanding over
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Harry Maguire says United still need more bodies after third place
Harry Maguire says Manchester United cannot stop at third place, warning that Champions League football means the squad needs more bodies.
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World Cup Brief #2: Germany 7-1, Brazil Held & More
Germany 7-1, Vinicius rescuing Brazil, the Netherlands held, Sweden 5-1 and Bellingham warning — the 2026 World Cup Matchday 1 brief.
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Chelsea next move after Marc Cucurella transfer
Chelsea’s reported Marc Cucurella exit leaves a left-back opening, and Nathaniel Brown is the obvious young replacement after a standout season.
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Spain vs Cape Verde: Yamal benched in a frustrating 0-0 opener
Spain's World Cup opener against Cape Verde ended 0-0 despite four Barcelona starters, Lamine Yamal's bench role, and a seven-save display from Vozinha.
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Norway World Cup preview: Haaland has help
Norway's World Cup case is bigger than Erling Haaland alone, with Antonio Nusa and Martin Odegaard backing a side built to spread the load.
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Marcus Rashford's Barcelona option expires as Manchester United weigh their next move
Barcelona's £26m option on Marcus Rashford has expired, leaving Manchester United to seek a permanent buyer as he returns on £325,000 a week.
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Marc Guehi one of the main England selection calls before Croatia
England legends back Marc Guehi for the World Cup opener against Croatia, while John Stones' recent minutes are questioned.
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Iran and New Zealand share a 2-2 World Cup opener shaped by politics
Iran drew 2-2 with New Zealand in a World Cup opener marked by protests, rival symbols and Mehdi Taremi’s message on identity.
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Iran vs New Zealand ends level as Ramin Rezaeian drives Iran comeback
Iran vs New Zealand finished 2-2 as Ramin Rezaeian scored and assisted, with Iran fighting back twice in Group G in Los Angeles.
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Hayden Hackney transfer turns into a fee battle Everton may not win
Everton’s Hayden Hackney transfer pursuit is now a bidding battle, with Middlesbrough holding firm near £20m and Crystal Palace ready to challenge.
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Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay: Al-Owais stands out in a 1-1 draw
Mohammed Al-Owais made eight saves and earned a 7.9 rating as Saudi Arabia drew 1-1 with Uruguay, before Maxi Araújo struck late.
Monday, 15 June 2026
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Sandro Tonali one name Tottenham cannot ignore in a costly transfer chase
Tottenham have entered the Sandro Tonali race, with Newcastle demanding more than £100 million and his contract running to June 2029.
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Mateus Fernandes transfer battle turns into a bidding fight
Manchester United lead for Mateus Fernandes, Tottenham have enquired, and West Ham want around £80m with a bigger fee possible later.
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Scotland's World Cup return is being sold as a no-regrets reset
Scotland are back at the men’s World Cup after 28 years, with Andy Robertson and Steve Clarke framing it as a no-regrets reset.
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Costinha joins Brighton as Hurzeler adds competition at right-back
Costinha joins Brighton from Olympiacos on a five-year deal for about £11m, with Fabian Hurzeler saying he adds competition at right-back.
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Rafa Mir says he will appeal after prison sentence as Sevilla respond
Rafa Mir has been sentenced to eight and a half years in prison, says he will appeal, and Sevilla have condemned violence and sexual assault.
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Ipswich Town transfers: Akpom and Kipré point to a cautious reset
Ipswich Town have confirmed Chuba Akpom and Cedric Kipre as arrivals, with four exits and a £5.9m net spend after Kieran McKenna's departure.
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Spain player ratings vs Cape Verde Islands show a night wasted up front
Pedri led Spain's ratings, but Ferran Torres and Mikel Oyarzabal wasted chances in a 0-0 draw with Cape Verde Islands behind Vozinha.
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Argentina vs Algeria: Messi is one cap from 200
Argentina open the World Cup 2026 defence against Algeria with Lionel Messi one cap from 200, Emiliano Martínez fit and selection calls to settle.
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Spain held by Cape Verde as Vozinha leads a deserved defensive stand
Spain vs Cape Verde Islands ended 0-0 as Vozinha made seven saves and posted a 9.2 rating in Cape Verde's standout World Cup draw.
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Jhon Solis joins Birmingham City on four-year deal
Birmingham City have signed Jhon Solis from Girona on a four-year deal. The midfielder joins on July 1 after a loan spell last season.
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Jordan Pickford backs Thomas Tuchel as England's winner-in-chief
Jordan Pickford says Thomas Tuchel is a winner who drives a different mentality from Gareth Southgate, with England's camp mood adding context.