Haaland drags Norway into the last 32
Four goals in two matches. Erling Haaland scored a brace against Senegal in a 3–2 win, sending Norway through to the World Cup round of 32 (1). That follows his two goals against Iraq in the 4–1 victory earlier in the group stage (5). He has now surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo, Messi, Neymar, and Pelé in World Cup goals across their first two tournament matches (5).
Gusto link surfaces as Chelsea reshuffle
Chelsea are close to signing Italy right-back Marco Palestra and could sell Malo Gusto to make room, with City interested (2). The Times reports Palestra's deal is expected in the next 24 hours, pushing Gusto toward the exit.
Savinho nears Spurs switch as Arsenal get knocked back
Savinho is closing in on a move to Tottenham, and Arsenal's loan approach has been rejected by City (3). The Brazilian winger looks set for a permanent exit as the squad reshapes ahead of the Maresca arrival.
Semenyo on Ghana, Suárez, and a handball he never forgot
Ahead of England v Ghana on Wednesday, Antoine Semenyo opened up about the 2010 quarter-final. "I remember being at my uncle's house, and we were screaming after the handball, thinking we were going through," he said (4). Ghana face England later today.
Fan reactions
Fans are buzzing about Haaland's World Cup form, with one joking that Pep was right about the Norwegian preferring warmer months. The Gusto rumour has split opinion, some see a solid defensive addition, others are unconvinced. A photo of Bernardo Silva and Khusanov after a recent game drew warm responses, alongside sympathy for the young Uzbek defender. Read the Gusto thread
