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Tottenham have officially started their 2026-2027 pre-season preparations, with 23 players reporting for physical tests. New signing Tonali is absent due to work permit issues, while key injured players like Kudus and Kulusevski have returned to training. Odobert remains out until the end of the year, and World Cup participants will return on a staggered schedule.

Following England’s win over Norway to book a place in the World Cup quarter-finals, Zlatan Ibrahimovic mocked Noni Madueke’s display, saying even the broadcast cables stood out more and claiming England were effectively down to 10 men before Tuchel substituted him at half-time.

After England came from behind to defeat Norway in the World Cup quarter-finals, Rio Ferdinand said Elliot Anderson deserved MVP for his complementary partnership with Jude Bellingham, while adding that Bellingham would also have been a worthy winner and remains England’s most decisive major-tournament performer, with Harry Kane serving as the team’s other central pillar.

Manchester United, with only Sheshko as a senior striker, are targeting former academy graduate Danny Welbeck as a backup. The 35-year-old scored 13 Premier League goals for Brighton last season, but the Seagulls have triggered his contract extension. Rooney has recommended the move, though Brighton are reluctant to sell.

Anthony Gordon is growing into the World Cup for England, recording his third assist in the quarter-final win over Norway and strengthening Barcelona's belief in their big-money signing ahead of the semi-final against Argentina.

Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 to reach the World Cup semifinals, with Messi providing an assist, extending his World Cup assist tally to 10 and maintaining his lead atop the all-time scoring list with 21 goals. He highlighted Alvarez and Lautaro for their decisive finishing and called the upcoming semifinal against England a special but demanding test.

Borussia Dortmund have confirmed that Karim Adeyemi has been excused from pre-season physicals as he nears a transfer to Barcelona, with multiple sources indicating the move is imminent.

Galatasaray have directly approached Can Uzun's representatives, while the player is also open to a Premier League move. However, no formal club-to-club negotiations have started, and Eintracht Frankfurt could demand up to €60 million for the youngster.

On July 12, in the World Cup quarterfinal, Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 and will face England in the semifinals. After the match, Manchester United's official account posted a photo of player Lisandro Martinez and Messi in the player tunnel, captioning it '¡VAMOS!' which means 'Come on!' in Spanish.

With the Club World Cup down to the final four, Real Madrid lead the tournament scoring chart with 19 goals, followed by Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern and Arsenal, while Inter Miami and three other clubs share fifth on 8 goals.

Crazy Stats found that No. 12 is the most commonly worn jersey number in NBA history, used by 458 players, with Michael Jordan famously wearing it once in 1990 after his No. 23 jersey was stolen before a game.

Spanish coaching staff backs 18-year-old Yamal as key player for World Cup semi-final against France, with reporters noting his physical recovery and calm demeanor. Historical matches show Yamal's decisive goals against France in previous semi-finals.

Hornets president Jeff Peterson said the team traded LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves as part of a long-term championship plan, acquiring Naz Reid, an unprotected 2033 first-round pick, three pick swaps, and three second-rounders in return.

Sassuolo winger Armand Lauriente is attracting interest from Turkish clubs, with Besiktas in contact after Fenerbahce saw a €20 million bid rejected. Sassuolo want more than €20 million and will only sanction a sale on suitable terms.

Real Madrid are relaxed about Vinicius’ renewal and intend to present a new deal as soon as he returns to Madrid after his post-World Cup break, with the winger still keen to stay despite his contract timeline.

Jake Fischer said on a July 12 program that the Warriors remain as interested in LeBron James as any team, and that a move to Golden State is still possible, potentially forming an All-Star-caliber squad with Team USA-like star power and buzz.

Portuguese reports say Hjulmand will leave Sporting CP for Atletico Madrid in a deal worth up to €45 million, ranking as the second-biggest transfer ever involving a Danish player behind Hojlund’s move to Manchester United.

Bulls coach Splitter wants rookie Dailyn Swain to take on more on-ball and playmaking duties in Summer League as the No. 15 pick works toward becoming a secondary creator and oversized guard.

The Pacers believe Tyrese Haliburton is on track to return for the 2026-27 season opener after missing all of 2025-26 with a torn right Achilles suffered in Game 7 of the 2025 Finals.

Alex Jimenez has completed a loan move from Bournemouth to Fiorentina, with Bournemouth covering the loan fee and wages and a €20 million option to buy included in the agreement.