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World Cup 2026 group-stage tables: Who qualified for the knockout stages and who was eliminated?
Sports Mole looks at the permutations for all 12 groups at the 2026 World Cup, providing information on how nations will qualify for the knockout stage, potential tie-breakers and how the best third-placed teams are decided.Jun 18, 15:00
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Arsenal transfer news: Gunners ‘preparing bid’ for World Cup goalscorer as Mikel Arteta’s ‘main priority’ become clear
Arsenal are reportedly preparing to bid for a player who has scored at the 2026 World Cup, as Mikel Arteta's 'main priority' becomes clear.Jun 18, 13:50
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Man Utd transfer news: Michael Carrick ‘in favour’ of selling Ruben Amorim target as Red Devils ‘set asking price’
Manchester United reportedly set their asking price for a player wanted by Ruben Amorim’s AC Milan this summer.Jun 18, 13:30
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Real Madrid transfer news: Jose Mourinho’s third signing confirmed - and three more players could still join this summer
Real Madrid announce the signing of defender Ibrahima Konate on a four-year contract, and Jose Mourinho could still sign three more players this summer.Jun 18, 13:10
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Scotland vs. Morocco: How to watch World Cup 2026 Group C clash, date, time, live stream, TV channel
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch Friday’s 2026 World Cup Group C clash between Scotland and Morocco.Jun 18, 12:00
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England’s opening match World Cup record: Three Lions roar to Croatia victory at 2026 tournament
Jun 18, 12:00
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Rangers confirm Derek McInnes as new manager: How have Hearts responded?
Rangers confirm the appointment of Derek McInnes as their new manager on a three-year contract, and Hearts have issued a statement in response.Jun 17, 20:30
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Bernardo Silva joins Real Madrid: Spanish giants have one key figure to thank after confirming signing of Man City legend
Real Madrid have one key figure to thank after confirming the signing of Bernardo Silva on a two-year deal.Jun 17, 14:10
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Danny Rohl’s Rangers record assessed as departure to “ambitious” Red Bull Salzburg is confirmed
Danny Rohl's record as Rangers head coach assessed after the Scottish Premiership club confirm the 37-year-old's departure to Red Bull Salzburg.Jun 17, 13:40
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Wednesday's World Cup predictions and previews including England vs. Croatia, Portugal vs. DR Congo
Sports Mole provides previews and predictions for Wednesday's matches at the 2026 World Cup, including England vs. Croatia.Jun 17, 00:00
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Man City summer transfers: Enzo Maresca, Hugo Viana's biggest priorities for 2026 window
Now that the 2026 summer transfer window is open, Sports Mole assesses Manchester City's biggest priorities in the market ahead of the new season.Jun 16, 21:30
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England vs. Croatia: Four key selection dilemmas for Thomas Tuchel ahead of 2026 World Cup opener
There are four positions that appear to be up for grabs in England's starting lineup ahead of Wednesday's 2026 World Cup Group L opener against Croatia.Jun 16, 20:15
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Transfer news and rumours: Man City ‘agree deal’ for PSG ace, Nottingham Forest want Inter Milan midfielder
Sports Mole rounds up today's latest transfer news and rumours, including Man City's 'agreement' to sign a PSG ace and Nottingham Forest's interest in one of Inter Milan's midfielders.Jun 16, 09:45
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Real Madrid transfer news: Jose Mourinho’s mission derailed as priority target ‘wants to stay’ at current club
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho suffers a blow in his pursuit of a priority transfer target this summer, according to a report.Jun 16, 09:15
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“Wow, he blew me away”: Arsenal given ‘green light’ to complete transfer for World Cup talent
Arsenal are reportedly one of Europe’s elite clubs looking to sign Morocco’s rising star Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille this summer.Jun 16, 08:55
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England vs. Croatia: Bukayo Saka “ready to go” despite admitting fitness “gamble” before 2026 World Cup opener
Arsenal's Bukayo Saka has insisted that he is "ready to go" for England's 2026 World Cup opener against Croatia on Wednesday and will continue 'gambling' with his fitness.Jun 16, 08:35
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Iraq vs. Norway: Erling Haaland is out to prove “freak” Zlatan Ibrahimovic wrong at 2026 World Cup
Erling Haaland is widely regarded as one of the best strikers in world football, but he is yet to reach the same level as Zlatan Ibrahimovic, according to the brash Swedish star himself.Jun 15, 22:30
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Brighton transfer news: Costinha in profile, transfer fee, contract length revealed for “excellent addition”
Premier League side Brighton & Hove Albion announce the signing of defender Costinha from Greek giants Olympiacos.Jun 15, 19:59
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Pierre Sage: New Crystal Palace manager out to achieve the same as Oliver Glasner after appointment is confirmed
Crystal Palace confirm the appointment of Pierre Sage as their new manager, with the 47-year-old replacing Oliver Glasner.Jun 15, 18:30
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James Trafford transfer latest: Man City goalkeeper subject of ‘renewed interest’ from Premier League club
One Premier League club reportedly rekindle their interest in signing Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford this summer.Jun 15, 13:27
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Luka Vuskovic transfer latest: ‘Very likely’ Brighton decision revealed after Tottenham reject opening bid
Brighton & Hove Albion reportedly make a decision over whether to continue their pursuit of Tottenham Hotspur defender Luka Vuskovic after failing with an opening offer.Jun 15, 13:07
England vs. Croatia: Arsenal star ‘struggling’ to prove fitness for 2026 World Cup Group L opener
England are sweating over the fitness of a key Arsenal player ahead of their opening Group L fixture at the 2026 World Cup against Croatia on Wednesday.Jun 15, 12:47
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Man City summer transfers and net spend: Every confirmed signing and sale for the Citizens in 2026 window
Track all of Manchester City's summer transfer activity, including confirmed signings, player departures, net spend and latest rumours.Jun 15, 07:10
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Transfer news and rumours: Jean-Philippe Mateta plan, Crysencio Summerville interest, Iliman Ndiaye admission
Sports Mole rounds up today's latest transfer news and rumours, including Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta plan, Serie A interest in Crysencio Summerville and Iliman Ndiaye's transfer admission.Jun 15, 07:05
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Everton summer transfers and net spend: Every confirmed signing and sale for David Moyes’s side in 2026 window
Track all of Everton’s summer transfer activity, including confirmed signings, player departures, net spend and latest rumours.Jun 15, 06:40
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Crystal Palace summer transfers and net spend: Every confirmed signing and sale for the Eagles in 2026 window
Track all of Crystal Palace’s summer transfer activity, including confirmed signings, player departures, net spend and latest rumours.Jun 15, 06:35
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World Cup 2026: Germany aim to banish "disastrous" and "embarrassing" recent history
Sports Mole looks at Germany's history-defying recent record at World Cups - and their chances of reversing the "embarrassing" trend - ahead of their opening Group E match against Curacao.Jun 13, 09:51
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Team News: Haiti vs. Scotland injury, suspension list, predicted XIs | World Cup 2026
Sports Mole rounds up all the latest team news ahead of Saturday’s 2026 World Cup Group C clash between Haiti and Scotland.Jun 13, 02:00
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Team News: Brazil vs. Morocco injury, suspension list, predicted XIs | World Cup 2026
Sports Mole rounds up all the latest team news ahead of Saturday’s 2026 World Cup Group C clash between Brazil and Morocco.Jun 12, 23:00
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How Real Madrid’s transfer decision hands ‘confident’ Newcastle huge £26m boost
Newcastle United receive a huge boost in their pursuit of Osasuna winger Victor Munoz this summer, according to a report.Jun 12, 13:26
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Tottenham transfer news: ‘£30m bid received’ from Premier League rival for up-and-coming defender
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly receive a £30m bid from a Premier League rival for a highly-rated defender.Jun 12, 12:55
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Brazil vs. Morocco: Head-to-head record and past meetings after World Cup 2026 Group C clash
Ahead of Saturday's 2026 World Cup Group C clash between Brazil and Morocco, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head records and previous meetings between the two nations.Jun 11, 20:30
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Scotland lineup vs. Haiti: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 Group C clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Scotland could line up for Sunday’s 2026 World Cup Group C clash against Haiti.Jun 11, 20:05
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Haiti lineup vs. Scotland: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 Group C clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Haiti could line up for Sunday’s 2026 World Cup Group C clash against Scotland.Jun 11, 20:05
Preview:Haiti vs Scotland - prediction, team news, lineups | World Cup 2026
Sports Mole previews Sunday's 2026 World Cup Group C clash between Haiti and Scotland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jun 11, 20:00
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Morocco lineup vs. Brazil: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 Group C clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Morocco could line up for Saturday’s 2026 World Cup clash against Brazil.Jun 11, 18:05
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Brazil lineup vs. Morocco: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 Group C clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Brazil could line up for Saturday’s 2026 World Cup clash against Morocco.Jun 11, 18:05
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Preview:Brazil vs Morocco - prediction, team news, lineups | World Cup 2026
Sports Mole previews Saturday's 2026 World Cup Group C clash between Brazil and Morocco, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jun 11, 18:00
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Bernardo Silva transfer latest: Man City legend ready to make Barcelona ‘U-turn’ amid Atletico, Real Madrid links
Barcelona appear to have suffered a blow in their pursuit of Portuguese playmaker Bernardo Silva on a free transfer this summer.Jun 11, 14:09
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Bayern Munich transfer news: £104m double deal edges closer as Premier League clubs are left ‘disappointed’
Bayern Munich appear to be in a strong position to complete a £104m double deal this summer, despite interest from a host of 'disappointed' Premier League clubs.Jun 11, 13:49
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