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Transcript: Xabi Alonso’s Press Conference Following Real Madrid vs Juventus In Club World Cup

Real Madrid earned a 1-0 win against Juventus in their latest FIFA Club World Cup round of 16 clash at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on July 1. Gonzalo Garcia (54') scored the solitary goal to send Los Blancos through to the quarter-finals of the competition.

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For Guatemala, Gold Cup semifinal against USMNT is a historic homecoming

The Central American nation — ranked 106th in the world, between Comoros and Tanzania — is making its first appearance in the Gold Cup semifinals since 1996.

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Soccer News / PSG Talk / July 1

Fabrizio Romano Says Bayern Munich, Liverpool-Linked Ace Not Leaving PSG

According to journalist Fabrizio Romano on The Here We Go Podcast, president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has personally stepped in to shut down Bayern Munich’s chances of signing Barcola, a move that now looks highly unlikely given the current situation.

Real Madrid News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Gonzalo Garcia Shares Similar Record with Real Madrid Icon After Goal vs Juventus

Real Madrid has won another game in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup thanks to a goal contribution from their new bright star, Gonzalo Garcia. The 21-year-old striker scored Real Madrid's only goal to give Los Blancos a 1-0 win over Juventus.

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Real Madrid News / Football Espana / July 1

'You’re wrong' – Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois issues stanch defence of Club World Cup

There has been significant criticism of the Club World Cup in the last couple of weeks, but this has not been appreciated by Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, who will be hoping to celebrate winning the tournament later this month.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / July 1

Celtic Player of the Day – Jock Stein, our captain and a leader

On his own admission, he wasn’t the best centre half in Celtic’s history, With deliberate ambiguity he would describe himself as “passable”, but he came at the right time when Celtic needed him, and very soon his leadership qualities were such they they made him captain.

Juventus FC News / Football Italia / July 1

Comolli: ‘Juventus must re-learn how to win as a club’

Juventus director general Damien Comolli felt ‘both frustration and a learning process’ at the Club World Cup exit to Real Madrid, insisting ‘we need as

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 1

Wenger admits Arsenal idol has surprised him with his managerial success

Cesc Fabregas is one of the former Arsenal stars making a notable impact as a manager after impressing at Como last season. He took charge following the club’s promotion, with many expecting Como to struggle and potentially return to the Italian second division.

Eintracht Frankfurt News / Football Italia / July 1

Tudor: ‘Juventus were tired, but right strategy’ with Real Madrid

Igor Tudor insists Juventus had ’10 players asking to come off’ with fitness problems during the 1-0 Club World Cup defeat to Real Madrid, but saw a ‘different strategy’ from his squad.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / July 1

Newcastle United confirm additional allocation for bumper Celtic Park friendly

Newcastle United have revealed that Celtic have provided an additional allocation for their forthcoming pre-season friendly. The Magpies were initially granted a sizeable 7200 for the game in mid July but in a post on their website, Newcastle confirmed that they had received more tickets for the game.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / July 1

Juventus Player Ratings vs Real Madrid: Miraculous Di Gregorio

Serie A no longer has a representative at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup as Juventus failed to overcome Real Madrid. Gonzalo Garcia’s second-half winner inspired La Liga giants to a narrow 1-0 win at Hard Rock Stadium.

Eintracht Frankfurt News / Field Level Media / July 1

Real Madrid edge Juventus 1-0 at Club World Cup; Kylian Mbappe returns

Gonzalo Garcia scored his third goal of the FIFA Club World Cup early in the second half, Kylian Mbappe made his first tournament appearance and Real Madrid reached the quarterfinals with a 1-0 victory over Juventus on Tuesday in Miami Gardens, Fla.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 1

Pundit picks between Gyokeres and Sesko which striker Arsenal should sign

Arsenal remains engaged in discussions with Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres, though the club intends to sign only one of the two forwards. Mikel Arteta’s side is in urgent need of a striker and is determined to complete a signing before the close of the current transfer window.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / July 1

Report: Tottenham join five-way race to sign 19-G/A French sensation

Tottenham Hotspur are one of the clubs keen on signing the AS Monaco attacker Maghnes Akliouche. According to a report via GFFN, Tottenham are very much in the race for the 23-year-old attacker, and they will face competition from Manchester United, Arsenal, Manchester City and Nottingham Forest.

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Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / July 1

Tottenham weighing up move for £30m-rated star who is ‘one of the best’ in his league

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for the Inter Milan midfielder Davide Frattesi. According to a report from CaughtOffside, Tottenham are monitoring his situation and they are plotting a summer move for the 25-year-old.

Inter Miami News / Yardbarker / July 1

Inter Miami needs to prepare for life without Lionel Messi

Messi’s contract with the club will expire at the end of the year, and his future remains up in the air.

The 'Premier League clean-sheet leaders' quiz

Bayern Munich News / Extratime Talk / July 1

Jamal Musiala to Receive Bayern Munich’s Iconic Number 10 Shirt

After the departure of Leroy Sané to Galatasaray, where his contract began at the start of the month, Bayern Munich have announced that Jamal Musiala will take Sané’s iconic number 10, effective as of preseason, after the FIFA Club World Cup.

RB Leipzig News / Esteemed Kompany / July 1

There is a role in the Manchester City squad for two players but they need to be given an opportunity

When assessing how Manchester City fared at the FIFA Club World Cup there are both positives and negatives to take from City’s efforts in the United States.

Manchester City News / Extratime Talk / July 1

Bernardo Silva’s Resurgence the Silver Lining in Manchester City’s Club World Cup Exit

Manchester City lost 4-3 to Al-Hilal in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Club World Cup on Monday, June 30. Their exit from the tournament marks another failed title run after enduring a trophy-less 2024/25 season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 1

Bayern Munich continues to watch Arsenal man and is considering an approach

Bayern Munich have not abandoned their interest in Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli, as they continue their efforts to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / July 1

UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Launch: Favourites, Underdogs and Debutants.

The first match of the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 kicks off in Switzerland on Wednesday, July 2, and the tournament promises to be filled with shocks and surprises. Everything goes out the window when you’re competing for your country on the big stage – no script can be written.

Olympique Lyonnais News / Esteemed Kompany / July 1

The Manchester City rebuild remains a work in progress which stood out at the Club World Cup

For Manchester City, the FIFA Club World Cup represented the beginning of the 25/26 season. With new signings and new coaches on board, there was a sense of optimism that surrounded Pep Guardiola’s squad for the tournament in the United States.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 1

Journalist hints at more ‘outstanding’ transfer business to come for Liverpool this summer

Liverpool’s summer transfer business has been described as “outstanding” by one of the country’s most respected football writers. Chief football writer Phil McNulty, via BBC Sport, was asked for his verdict on the Reds’ summer rebuild – and singled Florian Wirtz for special praise.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 1

'If I’m Liverpool…' – Ben Foster urges Richard Hughes to pull the plug on impending transfer

Ben Foster has implored Liverpool to pull the plug at the proverbial 11th hour on one transfer which looks all but certain to go through. Having spent

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 1

‘I can tell you…’ – Romano advises Liverpool fans to ‘get ready’ as Marc Guehi update shared

Liverpool’s pursuit of Marc Guehi is set to intensify in the coming days, with Fabrizio Romano providing an overnight update on the Crystal Palace defender.