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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.

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Real Madrid 1-0 Juventus player ratings: Young stars continue to impress at Club World Cup

Real Madrid booked their place in the quarter-finals of the Club World Cup with victory over Juventus on Tuesday, which continued Xabi Alonso’s unbeaten start as manager.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / July 1

Gonzalo Garcia stars again as Real Madrid edge past Juventus to reach Club World Cup quarter-finals

Real Madrid are into the last eight of the Club World Cup after picking up a 1-0 victory over Juventus in their round of 16 tie at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / July 1

Both signed for Celtic from Fulham but comparisons end there

Dembele comparisons and similar expectations are totally unfair. Yes, Osmand was signed from the same club as Moussa, but Callum is his own man… Callum Osmand yesterday signed for Celtic from Fulham with big things expected from the 19 year old due to being a highly rated emerging talent down south.

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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 Celtic Star / July 1

Celtic linked with highly rated Cork City winger Cathal O’Sullivan

Celtic have been linked with a move for highly rated Cork City winger Cathal O’Sullivan, with the Lancashire Post citing a report from the Irish Independent.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / July 1

Arsenal Back for Making Right Decision in Allowing Barcelona, PSG Target to Leave

With Partey leaving, many will ask, “Did Arsenal make the right decision?” In his latest column for CaughtOffside, Watts applauded the Gunners’ decision to let the veteran midfielder walk after the two sides couldn’t reach an agreement on an extension.

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.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 1

Official: Arsenal signs Chelsea man to solve one problem

Arsenal have officially completed the signing of Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea, and the transfer has sparked anticipation among supporters for further reinforcements ahead of the new season.

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.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / July 1

Manchester United demands £40m pure profit for Villa reject

Fabrizio Romano revealed that Manchester United will stand firm on the valuation of Marcus Rashford amid his return from Aston Villa. The Italian journalist also highlighted that the club are working hard to find a solution for all the surplus players.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / July 1

Report: Tottenham currently 'talking' to Euro giants, transfer will cost 'a lot of money'

Atletico Madrid are working to sign the Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero during the summer transfer window. Reputed journalist Ruben Uria has claimed that the two clubs are currently in talks over the potential move, and the defender will cost a lot of money this summer.

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

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.

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.

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Soccer News / We All Follow United / July 1

Manchester United plans surprise £44m move to outsmart the inflated market

Manchester United are planning a surprise move for Fiorentina star Moise Kean to outsmart the highly inflated summer transfer market. The Red Devils are planning to prioritise the number nine signing to secure their attacking department for the upcoming season.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / July 1

Chelsea looking to hijack Tottenham Hotspur’s move for West Ham star

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with several high-profile attackers this summer, such as Bryan Mbeumo and Eberechi Eze. However, the Lilywhites look set to miss out on Bryan Mbeumo as he has his heart set on a move to Manchester United, while they have reportedly cooled their interest in Eberechi Eze.

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.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 1

Opinion: Will Eze’s arrival bring out the best in Odegaard?

Arsenal are reportedly intensifying its pursuit of Eberechi Eze, widely regarded as one of the Premier League’s most exciting attacking talents. The Crystal Palace midfielder has continued to develop since joining the club in 2020 and is now being closely watched by top sides following another impressive campaign.

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

‘Maybe…’ – Ex-Newcastle midfielder gives transfer advice to Isak as Liverpool eye megabucks move

Amid ongoing transfer interest from Liverpool, Alexander Isak has been advised to only consider leaving Newcastle if any of three clubs were to come calling for him.

Toronto FC News / Field Level Media / July 1

Toronto FC, F Federico Bernardeschi mutually part ways

Toronto FC announced a mutual parting with forward Federico Bernardeschi on Tuesday. Toronto used one of its two buyouts of a guaranteed contract that each MLS team is allotted per season.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 1

Not a signing 'that’s made me go wow!' – Ally McCoist unsure about pending new Chelsea man

Football pundit Ally McCoist seems a little unsure about one pending new Chelsea signing this summer with his latest comments. Chelsea beat Benfica in the first set of knockout rounds in the Club World Cup on Saturday night, but it was far from easy and also, very far from drama!

Soccer News / Stretty News / July 1

Sky issue Tuesday afternoon update: United have begun ‘exploring the conditions’ of move for 111 G/A PL star

As reports have suggested in recent days, Manchester United are indeed mulling over a move for Aston Villa frontman Ollie Watkins. The Athletic claimed this morning that the Red Devils could pursue Watkins in the event Rasmus Hojlund leaves.