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Cristiano Ronaldo shares emotional tribute for Diogo Jota

Ronaldo and Jota were teammates for Portugal and had just won the 2025 UEFA Nations League title together last month.

Liverpool player Diogo Jota dies in tragic accident at 28

Wimbledon grants dress code exemption for tributes to Diogo Jota

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Hannes Wolf's goal, assist lead NYCFC over Toronto FC

Hannes Wolf had a pair of goal contributions on Thursday night, leading New York City FC to a 3-1 victory over visiting Toronto FC. Wolf opened the scoring and assisted on Kevin O'Toole's goal, while Mitja Ilenic had the other for New York (9-7-4, 31 points).

Soccer News / Field Level Media / July 3

Galaxy desperate for points entering visit from Whitecaps

The Los Angeles Galaxy are running out of time to make a dash up the Western Conference standings. The defending MLS champion Galaxy have won just 5 percent of their matches this season entering Friday's clash against the Vancouver Whitecaps in Carson, Calif.

Crystal Palace News / The Trivela Effect / July 3

David Ornstein’s Latest Eberechi Eze Transfer News Is Best Case For Arsenal Fans

Arsenal’s summer transfer window has been defined by patience and purpose. While the headlines have largely revolved around their pursuit of a top-class striker and a dynamic left winger, David Ornstein’s latest update on Eberechi Eze may quietly be the best piece of news yet for Gunners fans.

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Sporting KC seeks first win at Colorado since 2014

Sporting Kansas City will be looking to try to snap a decade-long winless streak on Friday night when it faces the Colorado Rapids in Commerce City, Colo.

Augsburg News / Field Level Media / July 3

Minnesota returns key pieces, aims to continue road success at Dallas

Minnesota United will be at near full-strength when they meet banged-up FC Dallas for a special Independence Day match on Friday in Frisco, Texas. The Loons (9-4-7, 34 points) settled for a 2-2 draw on the road against the New York Red Bulls on Saturday.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / July 3

Celtic Player of the Day – Tommy Gemmell, Lisbon Lion

No-one typified the great Celtic side of the 1960s more than Tommy Gemmell. He was a larger than life character with loads of swagger and arrogance on the field, never afraid to try anything, notably a great ability to shoot from a distance and to score, often on European occasions.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / July 3

Arsenal at risk of having to delay efforts to sign Real Madrid winger Rodrygo Goes

Arsenal have been strongly linked with a summer move for Rodrygo Goes, but a deal for the Real Madrid man will not be straightforward by any means. There have been reports about differences in valuations at this stage, but something else could mean that negotiations are put on hold for a while longer.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / July 3

Barcelona star will have big say in Nico Williams saga

Barcelona need to be busy in the transfer market if they are able to get all of their desired signing completed by the start of September. Joan Garcia has already joined, and the hope is that Nico Williams will follow – but complications have arisen in recent days due to uncertainty about whether he can be registered by the end of the summer.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 3

Exclusive: Lucca for Atalanta if offer for Retegui accepted

Udinese striker Lorenzo Lucca is seen as the first alternative for not just Napoli in case of Darwin Nunez failure, but also by Atalanta if Mateo Retegui is sold for the asking price of €60m.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 3

Arsenal maintains strong interest in Paris Saint-Germain star

Arsenal are actively exploring the transfer market as they look to bolster their squad ahead of the new season, with several names already under consideration.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / July 3

Club World Cup surprises Al Hilal, Fluminense battle for semifinal berth

Two of the surprise teams of the FIFA Club World Cup will meet in Friday's first quarterfinal between Al Hilal and Fluminense in Orlando, Fla. Al Hilal pulled off the tournament's single most notable upset so far, a 4-3 extra-time victory over English giants Manchester City on Monday.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 3

Countdown to Napoli announcements for Lang and Beukema

Napoli are down to the final details for agreements with PSV Eindhoven for Noa Lang and Sam Beukema of Bologna, at a combined cost of circa €60m. In both situations, the negotiations have been dragging on for a while, but the desire of the players to join Antonio Conte’s squad ultimately proved decisive.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / July 3

PL rivals rejected improved £55million Tottenham bid for wantaway star

Tottenham Hotspur are yet to make their presence felt in the summer transfer window. Mathys Tel and Kevin Danso have made their loan moves permanent from Bayern Munich and RC Lens respectively to sign for Spurs, while Japanese prospect Kota Takai is on the verge of joining from Kawasaki Frontale.

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Soccer News / The Celtic Star / July 3

A tribute to a Lisbon Lion – John Clark, goal by goal

John Clark, goal by goal… As we prepare to say a final farewell to that wonderful Celt John Clark tomorrow, here is a slightly different perspective on his glittering Parkhead career – a story set against a profile of his goals for the club.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 3

Atletico Madrid battle Arsenal for Lookman deal

Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman has already been approached by Arsenal, but Atletico Madrid are in the running too after signing Matteo Ruggeri. The Nigeria international was named African Player of the Year thanks to his performances for La Dea, including a hat-trick in the Europa League Final victory over Bayer Leverkusen.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / July 3

Juventus and Milan on alert as Real Madrid deliver Endrick Felipe exit stance

Real Madrid will continue their transfer business once their Club World Cup involvements comes to an end later this month. Three signings have already been made, and while there has not yet been any significant first team departures, they could happen as the summer window progresses.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / July 3

Update: Tottenham chairman holds direct talks for ‘world-class’ London star; Spurs eager to land him quickly

Tottenham are eager to get the ball rolling in the summer as they look to close the gap on their rivals next season. Thomas Frank has called for the club’s hierarchy to share the same vision as him for next season, and for that the Lilywhites must bring in the intended targets quickly.

Eintracht Frankfurt News / To The Lane And Back / July 3

Juventus flounder in the race for Ligue 1 star; Tottenham transfer links set to intensify

There is an urgent need to bring in a new striker at N17 as Tottenham look to build on the Europa League success next season. A full-strength squad will be needed for next season as the Lilywhites are aiming to compete hard on all four fronts under Thomas Frank.

Soccer News / Football Espana / July 3

Trent Alexander-Arnold pays tribute to former Liverpool teammate Diogo Jota

Tributes have been paid to Liverpool striker Diogo Jota.

Real Betis News / We All Follow United / July 3

Manchester United face transfer deadlock as 25-year-old outcast faces uncertain future

The situation of some players seems to never find a quick resolution. The case of Antony and his future at Manchester United is one such example. The Brazilian winger arrived with high expectations after his time at Ajax, but his impact at Old Trafford left more questions than answers.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 3

Mosquera sends a message to Valencia after being offered a new deal

Valencia continues to attempt to derail Arsenal’s pursuit of Cristhian Mosquera, but the promising young defender appears to have made a firm decision regarding his future.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Field Level Media / July 3

Chelsea, Palmeiras meet again in Club World Cup quarters

The FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal between England's Chelsea and Brazil's Palmeiras in Philadelphia on Friday will be a blast from the past. It is the first meeting between the clubs since Chelsea defeated Palmeiras 2-1 in extra time in the final of the 2021 Intercontinental Cup, a previous version of the Club World Cup.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 3

Dutch international a tempting option but Arsenal already know their man

If Arsenal were to make a move for Xavi Simons, they might have a clear path. According to Bild, the Dutch international is struggling to find a new club this summer.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / July 3

‘From what I’m told’: Utd insider verifies surprise interest in England star who’s a ‘definite upgrade’ on Hojlund

Manchester United have reportedly added a surprise name to their shortlist as INEOS grow desperate to sanction a prolific goalscorer’s arrival. Having missed out on Liam Delap last month and now conceded that Viktor Gyokeres wants a move to Arsenal, the Red Devils have been linked with two England internationals.