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World Cup 2026 round-up
David scores hat-trick for Canada in statement win
Canada claimed their first-ever World Cup win with a dominant 6-0 victory over nine-man Qatar in Vancouver.
Jonathan David scored a hat-trick, while Cyle Larin, Nathan Saliba and Jacob Shaffelburg also netted.
The only concern for Canada was Ismaël Koné’s serious-looking injury after a bad challenge.
FT Canada 6-0 Qatar [Pictures from ITV Sport]
Mexico qualify to the knockout round
Mexico became the first team to book their place in the World Cup knockout rounds after edging South Korea 1-0 in Guadalajara.
Luis Romo struck the decisive goal in a tight and hard-fought contest, giving the co-hosts the victory they needed to secure qualification for the last 32.
FT Mexico 1-0 South Korea [Pictures from Fox Soccer]
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Arsenal
Arsenal’s interest in Bradley Barcola is becoming one of the more intriguing stories of the summer, but the deal may depend on how well the club handle player sales over the coming weeks. (Sky Sports)
Arsenal have reportedly made an initial bid for Leicester City wonderkid Jeremy Monga, which has been rejected. (Telegraph)
Arsenal and Man United learn latest Newcastle United stance on Sandro Tonali. Read more!
Arsenal are reportedly preparing to step up their interest in Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers as Mikel Arteta looks to add another powerful attacking midfielder to his squad this summer. (IndyKaila)
Brighton
Brighton & Hove Albion are facing growing transfer pressure, with Liverpool and Chelsea both showing interest in midfielder Yasin Ayari after his impressive rise for club and country. (TEAMtalk)
Chelsea
Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing Juventus full-back Andrea Cambiaso, and the deal could take an interesting twist with Nicolas Jackson potentially being offered as part of the package. (Gazetta dello Sport)
Chelsea are reportedly showing an interest in Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall and scouting him heavily at this summer’s World Cup. (Simon Phillips)
Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso has identified the solution to the club’s goalkeeping problems. Read more!
Liverpool
RB Leipzig have turned down Liverpool’s sensational €100 million opening offer for teenage winger Yan Diomande. (Philipp Hinze)
Liverpool are aggressively knocking on the door for Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven. (De Telegraaf)
(Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images) Journalist names three wingers Liverpool may target in addition to Yan Diomande. More here!
Manchester United
Man United have five-man attacker shortlist to support Šeško next season. Read more!
Manchester United have reportedly opened talks to sign West Ham United winger Crysencio Summerville. (Nicolo Schira)
Manchester United may have been handed an unexpected transfer opportunity, with Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni reportedly among the players who could leave the Bernabeu this summer. (Mundo Deportivo)
Manchester United have reportedly made it clear that they do not plan to negotiate another loan deal with Barcelona for Marcus Rashford. (ESPN)
Newcastle United
Newcastle United are now in contact with representatives of Darwin Núñez and Marcus Rashford. (IndyKaila)
Newcastle have already held talks over Victor Munoz transfer alternatives. More here!
Unsettled Nick Woltemade “expected” to leave Newcastle as three clubs interested. Full Story here!
(Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)
Real Madrid
Marc Cucurella aims subtle dig at Chelsea as he breaks silence on Real Madrid transfer. Full Story here!
OFFICIAL: Ibrahima Konate has been officially announced as a new Real Madrid player in a statement on the club’s website this morning.
Tottenham
Tottenham insider drops exciting update as club plans seven summer signings. Full Story here!