Japanese footballer, forward at Celtic and Japan national team
Japan has defeated Tunisia 4-0 in Monterrey, moving into second place in Group F on four points, behind the Netherlands on goal difference. Ayase Ueda scored twice, with Daichi Kamada and Junya Ito also on target as Japan control the match from start to finish. Tunisia’s hopes of knockout qualification are dashed after consecutive heavy defeats.
Netherlands dominates Sweden with five goals as Cody Gakpo and Brian Brobbey lead the attack; Germany secures a late win over Côte d’Ivoire to top Group E, setting up a knockout-round clash as 48-team World Cup format continues.
Celtic are plotting a higher bid for Colombian forward Camilo Duran after Qarabag rejected their initial offer. Duran impressed in 2025-26, scoring 15 league goals and five in the Champions League, and is currently with Celtic at their Portugal training camp ahead of a potential debut in a pre-season friendly.
Rangers are targeting Vanja Dragojevic from Partizan Belgrade for around £4m, with Tromso’s Jens Hjerto-Dahl also on the radar, as Derek McInnes builds a more rounded squad ahead of the new season. Aberdeen sign Marius Muller and Celtic eye new winger targets while Celtic, Hearts, and Dundee United plan their next moves.
Kelechi Iheanacho has turned down a new Celtic contract and has joined Bursaspor, as Celtic struggle to add players this summer. The move follows updates that Celtic are facing recruitment challenges amid competition from higher-spending clubs.
Celtic have personal terms with Mika Baur and talks with Paderborn continue as they pursue a 4m transfer. Ipswich are aiming to sign Daizen Maeda for up to 10m with potential add-ons. Celtic also face Premier League interest in Alistair Johnston and other transfer rumours swirl.