Paulinho: Stoke are one of a number of English sides interested in Livorno’s striker Paulinho, according to the Italian club’s president. Aldo Spinelli said the 28-year-old, who scored 15 goals in 35 Serie A matches, is also attracting attention from Abu Dhabi club Al Jazira.

Leeds: Leeds have confirmed the controversial appointment of Dave Hockaday as their new first-team coach, replacing Brian McDermott. Hockaday, who left his last post as manager at Forest Green Rovers by mutual consent last October, has signed a two-year contract.

Doncaster: League One side Doncaster have a new celebrity owner after a takeover by former chairman John Ryan and One Direction singer Louis Tomlinson was announced. Twenty-two-year-old Tomlinson is a global star as one member of five-piece boy band One Direction and is a lifelong fan of his hometown club.

City Friendly: English champions Man.r City will play Hearts in a pre-season friendly as part of the Scottish club’s Main Stand centenary celebrations. The game, which will be preceded by an open training session, will take place on July 18.

Women’s World Cup: Iceland vs Malta 5-0.

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