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World Cup 2026 round-up
Switzerland top group after beating Canada
Switzerland secured a big 2-1 win over Canada in their final Group B match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, finishing top of the group after a strong second-half performance.
After a quiet opening 45 minutes, Ruben Vargas broke the deadlock just after the restart before Johan Manzambi doubled the Swiss lead soon after.
Canada showed fight late in the match, with substitute Promise David scoring in the 76th minute to bring the home crowd back to life. However, Switzerland stayed composed under pressure and protected their lead until the final whistle.
FT Switzerland 2-1 Canada [Pictures from Fox Soccer]
Vini Jr. double sends Scotland home
Brazil produced their best performance of the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far as they beat Scotland 3-0 to finish top of Group C.
Vinícius Júnior was the star of the night, scoring twice and constantly causing problems with his pace, movement and finishing.
Matheus Cunha also got on the scoresheet as Brazil showed the attacking quality many expected from them before the tournament.
FT Brazil 3-0 Scotland [Pictures from Fox Soccer]
South Africa beat South Korea to quality for knockouts
South Africa created history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a hard-fought 1-0 win over South Korea in their final Group A match.
Thapelo Maseko was the hero, scoring the decisive goal in the second half to give South Africa one of the biggest results in their football history.
South Korea had plenty of the ball and pushed hard for an equaliser, especially late in the game, but South Africa defended with real discipline and determination.
FT South Africa 1-0 South Korea [Pictures from Fox Soccer]
Mexico continue winning start by beating Czechia
Mexico continued their perfect start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a convincing 3-0 win over Czechia in their final Group A match.
After a tight first half, the hosts took control after the break, with Mateo Chávez opening the scoring before Julián Quiñones quickly doubled the lead.
Czechia needed a big result to keep their hopes alive, but they struggled to create clear chances and could not cope with Mexico’s intensity in the second half.
Álvaro Fidalgo added a late third goal to complete a dominant night for El Tri.
FT Mexico 3-0 Czechia [Pictures from Fox Soccer]
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Arsenal
Arsenal are reportedly keeping tabs on FC Midtjylland winger Darío Osorio as Mikel Arteta continues to look for attacking depth ahead of the new season. (The Standard)
Arsenal have been given some hugely positive transfer news on Morgan Rogers, with the World Cup 2026 hopefully not an issue in delaying the deal. (Ben Jacobs)
Aston Villa
Aston Villa are reportedly showing strong interest in West Ham United winger Jarrod Bowen as Unai Emery looks to add more proven Premier League quality to his attack this summer. (The Athletic)
Barcelona
Barcelona are reportedly open to offers for defender Jules Kounde this summer following recent interest from Chelsea and Liverpool. (Sport)
Bayern Munich
Expert provides Michael Olise transfer update amid Man City & Real Madrid links. Full Story here!
Bayern Munich are not interested in a move for Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall. (Christian Falk)
(Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)
Chelsea
Chelsea are not currently planning a move for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall, despite previous links with the young Swedish talent. (Evening Standard)
Chelsea have pulled off a major transfer hijack, with Marco Palestra now set to join the club from Atalanta after a verbal agreement was reached between all parties. (Fabrizio Romano)
Chelsea are reportedly ready to rival Arsenal for the potential transfer of Lille midfield wonderkid Ayyoub Bouaddi. (Simon Phillips)
Chelsea have reportedly recently had positive talks over a potential transfer for Sporting Lisbon wide-man Maxi Araujo. (Simon Phillips)
£75m Malo Gusto has already held talks over leaving Chelsea for PL rivals. Full Story here!
Chelsea are reportedly ready to step up their interest in a transfer move for Como centre-back and Arsenal target Jacobo Ramon. (TEAMtalk)
Liverpool
Yan Diomande price tag forces Liverpool to consider move for Premier League winger. More here!
Liverpool and Newcastle United could be heading for another transfer battle, with both clubs reportedly interested in Lille forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo. (Daily Mail)
Manchester City
Manchester City and Nottingham Forest are reportedly set for further talks over the transfer of Elliot Anderson in a potential £130m deal. (Daily Mail)
Manchester United
Manchester United reportedly had meetings in London yesterday to discuss a potential transfer deal for Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni. (Telegraph)
Newcastle United
Newcastle United are reportedly ready to move quickly for Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara as uncertainty continues around Sandro Tonali’s future. (Football Insider)
Newcastle United face Liverpool threat as young winger race starts to heat up. Read more!
Paris Saint-Germain
Arsenal and Liverpool have been handed a potential transfer boost, with Paris Saint-Germain’s contract talks with Bradley Barcola reportedly on standby. (Fabrizio Romano)
Real Madrid
Real Madrid are reportedly keeping Manchester City striker Erling Haaland on their radar as the club prepare for a potentially huge decision over Vinícius Júnior’s future. (Sport)
(Photo by Eddie Keogh/Getty Images) Talks are reportedly back on over Chelsea potentially selling Enzo Fernandez to Real Madrid, though the deal is expected to cost at least £120m. (Nizaar Kinsella)
Tottenham
Tottenham have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Martin Dubravka from Burnley as he looks set to become their new backup goalkeeper. (Fabrizio Romano)
West Ham United
Fabrizio Romano has provided his latest update on the Mateus Fernandes transfer saga as he’s eyed by both Manchester United and Tottenham. More here!