José Mourinho Wants Real Madrid Stars Out of World Cup Early for Preseason

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José Mourinho Wants Real Madrid Stars Out of World Cup Early for Preseason

Mourinho gave a ruthless answer when asked what he most wanted from the World Cup. “I want Real Madrid players to lose because I want them back for pre-season,” he said. Mourinho is currently engaged in signing Real Madrid transfer targets before the start of pre-season. Ibrahima Konate, Bernardo Silva, Marc Cucurella and Denzel Dumfries are confirmed so far.

By Nischay Rathore

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German Media Veteran Honored by FIFA After Covering 17 World Cups

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German Media Veteran Honored by FIFA After Covering 17 World Cups

Hartmut Scherzer, a German media veteran, has attended 17 World Cups, an extraordinary run across generations of football coverage. FIFA recognized his dedication by presenting him with a mini World Cup trophy inside the press box. The 88-year-old's first FIFA World Cup was the 1962 hosted by Chile. Scherzer is also believed to have covered 21 Olympic Games since 1964.

By Nischay Rathore

Report Claims Raphinha Faces Bankruptcy Over Father’s Control of Earnings

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Report Claims Raphinha Faces Bankruptcy Over Father’s Control of Earnings

A Brazilian report claims Raphinha is facing financial trouble after discovering his father allegedly controlled 80% of his image rights and career earnings. The Barcelona winger reportedly learned of the issue while trying to buy a mansion with his wife and finding he lacked the money expected. The allegation has sparked major debate, but no official response has followed.

By Nischay Rathore

Manchester City Agree to Deal to Sign Elliot Anderson From Nottingham Forest

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Manchester City Agree to Deal to Sign Elliot Anderson From Nottingham Forest

City pushed through with a fresh improved offer to close the valuation gap, per The Athletic. The deal surpasses the $164.9 million British record Liverpool paid for Alexander Isak and is subject to the 23-year-old finalizing personal terms. Anderson is on England duty at the World Cup and could undergo his medical in Kansas City before Tuesday's match against Ghana.

By Adit Pujari

Neymar Pulls Out of Talks With FC Cincinnati Over Frustration With Slow Progress

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Neymar Pulls Out of Talks With FC Cincinnati Over Frustration With Slow Progress

Cincinnati never made an official offer despite flying sporting director Chris Albright and president Jeff Berding to Brazil in April to meet Neymar and his father, per The Athletic. Neymar grew frustrated at the lack of progress and walked away. He remains contracted to Santos through year-end and is still open to joining another MLS club if the finances work.

By Adit Pujari

William Saliba Unlikely to Start France's Group I Finale Against Norway

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William Saliba Unlikely to Start France's Group I Finale Against Norway

France are resting both Saliba and Thuram ahead of their Group I finale against Norway at Gillette Stadium in Boston, per Fabrice Hawkins. Saliba, who has been managing a back injury throughout the tournament, may not play at all. France go into the match already qualified with six points, facing Norway and Erling Haaland at 8 p.m. ET.

By Adit Pujari

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