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Thiam makes winning heptathlon return at Decastar meet
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Belgian star Nafissatou Thiam made a victorious return in her first completed heptathlon since clinching her third …
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Czechs beat USA to qualify for Davis Cup finals
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Jiri Lehecka downed Learner Tien in a deciding rubber as the Czech Republic stunned the United States 3-2 in Davis Cup …
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Rosenior abused but guides Paris FC past old club Strasbourg
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Paris FC extended their unbeaten start to the Ligue 1 campaign, beating coach Liam Rosenior's old charges Strasbourg 2-1 …
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Martinez brace saves Inter in Serie A top-two clash with Roma
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Lautaro Martinez rode to Inter Milan's rescue on Saturday as the Serie A champions fought back from two goals down to …
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Dortmund sink Stuttgart to climb to Bundesliga summit
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Maximilian Beier's 70th-minute winner sealed Borussia Dortmund a 1-0 victory at Stuttgart on Saturday as they moved to …
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Arsenal thrashed by Brighton, sorry Spurs lose again
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Arsenal's perfect start to their Premier League title defence came off the rails in a 3-0 trouncing by Brighton on …
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McIlroy two shots off the lead at Wentworth after eagle on 18
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Rory McIlroy is just two strokes off the lead going into Sunday's final day of the European Tour's flagship PGA …
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Seven-try Lyon beat Pau, climb to Top 14 summit
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Lyon defeated Pau 51-25 in a clash of the early top two on Saturday to rise to the summit of the French Top 14 table, …
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Brighton defeat a 'big lesson' against complacency for Arsenal, says Arteta
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Mikel Arteta said Arsenal's 3-0 defeat by Brighton on Saturday was a "big lesson" for the defending Premier League …
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England thrash Sri Lanka again to return to top of T20 rankings
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England returned to the summit of the T20 world rankings with another thumping of Sri Lanka to complete a 3-0 series …
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Carapaz out of cycling world championships
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Ecuador's Richard Carapaz has "a health issue" and has pulled out of the world cycling championships where he would have …
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Martin wins Austrian MotoGP sprint after Acosta crash
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Jorge Martin won Saturday's Austrian MotoGP sprint race to retake the championship lead from Marc Marquez, after Pedro …
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South Korea, Austria qualify for Davis Cup finals
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South Korea advanced to the Davis Cup quarter-finals for the first time on Saturday after beating India 3-1, while …
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'Fragile' Tottenham beaten by Aston Villa despite late rally
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The end to Tottenham's Premier League goal drought came too late as Aston Villa won 3-2 in north London on Saturday to …
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Seare shocks Ingebrigtsen to win world 5km gold
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Eritrean distance runner Dawit Seare shocked Norwegian favourite Jakob Ingebrigtsen to snatch the 5km gold at the world …
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Mourinho hails Real Madrid grit before Atletico derby clash
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Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho highlighted his team's physical and mental strength ahead of Sunday's La Liga derby …
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Aston Villa compound Tottenham's misery despite late rally
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The end to Tottenham's Premier League goal drought came too late as Aston Villa won 3-2 in north London on Saturday to …
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Japan edge Fiji to win Pacific Nations Cup
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Head coach Eddie Jones said Japan had taken "a good step forward" by beating Fiji 20-15 in a gritty performance to win …
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Asian Games offer 'deepest apologies' for South Korea anthem blunder
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Asian Games organisers offered "deepest apologies" on Saturday for playing the North Korean national anthem for the …
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Inter Milan and Italy icon Mazzola dies aged 83
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Former Inter Milan and Italy playmaker Sandro Mazzola, one of the defining figures of the Nerazzurri's 1960s golden era, …
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Japan emperor declares Asian Games open after turbulent build-up
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The 20th Asian Games were declared open by Japan's emperor on Saturday following a troubled build-up to the multi-sport …
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Martin edges title rival Marquez for Austrian MotoGP pole
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Jorge Martin pipped MotoGP title rival Marc Marquez to pole for Sunday's Austrian Grand Prix, while Pedro Acosta …
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Asian Games open with unity message after troubled build-up
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The 20th Asian Games opened in Japan on Saturday with a message of unity following a troubled build-up to the …
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Indians living in Japan on stand-by to house Asian Games athletes
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Indians living in Japan are standing by to house the country's athletes at the Asian Games if accommodation shortages …
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We don't want Games host Japan losing money, says Asian Olympic official
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Japan's hosting of the Asian Games with huts and a cruise ship is an example for other nations if they want to stage …
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Asian Games to open in Japan after troubled build-up
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The 20th Asian Games will open in Japan later Saturday with a glittering ceremony following a stuttering build-up to a …
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Brentford batter Chelsea to undo Alonso's promising start
Sep 18 2026
Brentford exposed Chelsea's defensive problems to inflict a damaging 3-0 defeat on Friday that gives Xabi Alonso plenty …
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Kane hits Bundesliga century as Bayern rout Union
Sep 18 2026
Harry Kane scored twice in Bayern Munich's 7-0 demolition of Union Berlin on Friday , becoming the fastest player to …
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Balogun returns as Monaco beat Lens to continue strong Ligue 1 start
Sep 18 2026
Folarin Balogun made his first appearance of the season as Monaco continued their strong start in Ligue 1 with a 2-1 win …
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Murray out with concussion so Wentz will start for Vikings
Sep 18 2026
Kyler Murray remains sidelined by a concussion so backup Carson Wentz will start at quarterback for Minnesota on Sunday …
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Springboks to face Fiji before 2027 Rugby World Cup
Sep 18 2026
Defending champions South Africa will complete a seven-match build-up next year for the 2027 Rugby World Cup by playing …
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England quick Carse to face no charges over alleged nightclub assault
Sep 18 2026
England fast bowler Brydon Carse will face no charges after an investigation into an alleged assault was closed by …
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McIlroy on the charge at PGA Championship as Reed withdraws
Sep 18 2026
Rory McIlroy revived his hopes of victory in the European Tour's flagship PGA Championship with a five-under par second …
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Mancini brings nine newcomers into the first squad of his Italy comeback
Sep 18 2026
Italy coach Roberto Mancini on Friday called up 34 players, nine for the first time, for the opening four games of his …
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New France boss Zidane confirms Mbappe as captain after naming first squad
Sep 18 2026
Zinedine Zidane confirmed on Friday that Kylian Mbappe would be his France captain after naming his first squad since …
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McIlroy on the charge at PGA Championship
Sep 18 2026
Rory McIlroy revived his hopes of victory in the European Tour's flagship PGA Championship with a five-under par second …
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Czechs level Davis Cup tie against USA as South Korea eye Finals
Sep 18 2026
Jiri Lehecka brought the Czech Republic level in their Davis Cup qualifier against the United States on Friday, after …
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Head leads run spree as Australia win Zimbabwe ODI series
Sep 18 2026
Travis Head struck 112 to lead an Australia charge in a series-clinching 84-run win over Zimbabwe in the 2nd one-day …
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In-form Raphinha wants to finish career at Barcelona
Sep 18 2026
Barcelona captain Raphinha said on Friday he hopes to extend his stay at the club and end his playing career there after …
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Carrick confident Man Utd can 'work through' tough time
Sep 18 2026
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick said he expected to have to ride out a storm at some point this season after a …
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Kulusevski return can spark Spurs: De Zerbi
Sep 18 2026
Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi hopes Dejan Kulusevski's long-awaited return from injury will provide a boost for his …
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Mbappe ends Nike partnership to join Swiss brand On
Sep 18 2026
France captain Kylian Mbappe has signed with Swiss sportswear brand On, ending a long association with Nike that …
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Liverpool boss Iraola puts Bournemouth love affair on hold
Sep 18 2026
Andoni Iraola will put his "love" for Bournemouth on hold as the Liverpool manager eyes a "ruthless" victory over his …
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'A disaster' if Man City do not win says Maresca after flawless start
Sep 18 2026
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said his fine start succeeding Pep Guardiola will be quickly forgotten if he does …
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South Korea makes Asian Games complaint over Japan warlord ceremony
Sep 18 2026
South Korea's Olympic committee said on Friday it filed a complaint with Asian Games organisers in Nagoya for featuring …
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Dutch drop Depay for Germany match in Xavi's first pick
Sep 18 2026
Dutch record goalscorer Memphis Depay was left out of new coach Xavi Hernandez's first selection Friday, but captain …
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Spain coach De la Fuente offers 'full support' to people of Ceuta
Sep 18 2026
Spain's World Cup-winning coach Luis de la Fuente said on Friday he wanted to offer the people of Ceuta his "full …
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England can build on World Cup 'spirit', says Tuchel
Sep 18 2026
Thomas Tuchel said on Friday England can build on the "fantastic spirit" of their World Cup campaign as he targets glory …
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Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for Nations League
Sep 18 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo was called up for the start of Portugal's Nations League campaign on Friday as Jorge Jesus named his …
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In-form Fernandez included in Spain Nations League squad
Sep 18 2026
Uncapped Espanyol attacker Roberto Fernandez was included in World Cup winners Spain's Nations League squad, announced …
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Infantino 'must go', says German FA vice-president
Sep 18 2026
Gianni Infantino must leave the FIFA presidency "no ifs or buts", according to Hans-Joachim Watzke, one of the …
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Arteta buries hatchet with Hurzeler ahead of Brighton clash
Sep 18 2026
Mikel Arteta has made peace with Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler following their row last season as the pair go head to …
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Alexander-Arnold and Palmer return to England squad for Nations League
Sep 18 2026
Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer were recalled by England on Friday as Thomas Tuchel named his first squad since …
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Athletes 'can't take it any more' as Asian Games issues mount
Sep 18 2026
The Asian Games in Japan were facing more accusations of poor organisation Friday with a world champion gymnast "totally …
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Allen lights up Bills' new stadium with 41-31 win over Lions
Sep 18 2026
Josh Allen threw a perfect housewarming for Buffalo's brand new NFL stadium as the Bills comfortably beat the Detroit …
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ICC eyes China in bid to expand cricket
Sep 18 2026
China is emerging as a key target for growth as the International Cricket Council (ICC) seeks new fans worldwide, its …
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Nkunku craving freedom and fun on RB Leipzig return
Sep 18 2026
Three years after leaving for Chelsea, France forward Christopher Nkunku has returned to Bundesliga side RB Leipzig in …
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Championship rivals brace for renewal of bitter feuds
Sep 18 2026
Police are on red alert as the English Championship braces for the renewal of two bitter feuds when Millwall face West …
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Bhutan's traditional archers lose ground to development
Sep 18 2026
Atop a steep hillside near Bhutan's capital Thimphu, an arrow slices through the air and slams into a wooden target with …
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Australian athlete who soiled herself apologises for continuing Hyrox race
Sep 18 2026
An Australian athlete who sparked an outcry when she kept competing despite soiling herself midway through an event in …
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Captain Mat Ryan axed from Socceroos squad for Brazil games
Sep 18 2026
Veteran goalkeeper and captain Mat Ryan was axed Friday as Australia coach Tony Popovic omitted 10 members of his World …
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Man Utd misery puts Carrick under pressure, Spurs feeling the heat
Sep 18 2026
Michael Carrick needs a win at Fulham to ease the mounting pressure on troubled Manchester United while Tottenham are …
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Juventus, Palace cruise to Europa League wins, Bournemouth beat Sociedad
Sep 18 2026
Juventus began their quest for Europa League glory with a 5-0 thrashing of NEC Nijmegen, while Bournemouth secured an …
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Samba stars on debut in Man City rout of Norwich
Sep 17 2026
Floyd Samba enjoyed a dream Manchester City debut as the 17-year-old struck twice in a 5-0 thrashing of Norwich to set …
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Three-peat chasing Dodgers clinch division
Sep 17 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers wrapped up their fifth straight National League West divisional title on Thursday to keep their …
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High-scoring Bears face Vikings in battle of NFL unbeatens
Sep 17 2026
The Minnesota Vikings' defense will bid to shut down Caleb Williams in a battle of unbeaten teams on Sunday after the …
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Abhishek hits record T20 ton as India sweep series 3-0
Sep 17 2026
Opener Abhishek Sharma hit a record T20 century off 30 balls to set up a crushing 127-run win for India in the third …
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Abhishek hits record T20 ton as India sweep T20 series 3-0
Sep 17 2026
Opener Abhishek Sharma hit a record T20 century off 30 balls to set up a crushing 127-run win for India in the third …
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Ovechkin on Russian political video: 'I support my country'
Sep 17 2026
NHL all-time scoring leader Alex Ovechkin explained his appearance in a Russian political video backing Vladimir Putin …
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English FA calls for Infantino to release World Cup sell-off documents
Sep 17 2026
The chair of the English Football Association has called on FIFA president Gianni Infantino to release all the …
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Teenager Sullivan named in new-look US squad
Sep 17 2026
Sixteen-year-old talent Cavan Sullivan was named in a new-look United States squad on Thursday as head coach Mauricio …
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Abhishek hits record T20 ton as India post 221-7 against Afghanistan
Sep 17 2026
India's Abhishek Sharma hit 100 off 30 balls against Afghanistan, the fastest T20 international century by a …
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Pochettino rings changes for USA friendlies
Sep 17 2026
United States coach Mauricio Pochettino on Thursday named a new-look 28-man roster for upcoming international friendlies …
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Final rally of season in Saudi Arabia cancelled due to Middle East conflict
Sep 17 2026
The final round of the World Rally Championship (WRC) in Saudi Arabia in November has been cancelled due to the conflict …
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Alonso says Chelsea ambition 'very clear' after end of Boehly era
Sep 17 2026
Xabi Alonso said Chelsea's ambition was "very clear" after Clearlake Capital took full control of the Premier League …
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Mbappe draws political fire over Ceuta t-shirt controversy
Sep 17 2026
Kylian Mbappe has come under mounting criticism from conservative and far-right politicians in Spain and France after …
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Alonso says Chelsea ambition clear after end of Boehly era
Sep 17 2026
Xabi Alonso said Chelsea's ambition is "very clear" after Clearlake Capital took full control of the Premier League …
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Real Madrid fan group wants Mbappe apology over Ceuta shirt snub
Sep 17 2026
A Real Madrid supporters' group has demanded a public apology from Kylian Mbappe and two team-mates after they declined …
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Klopp wants German team to help reclaim national pride from far-right
Sep 17 2026
Jurgen Klopp said on Thursday that Germany's football team can help ensure "national pride is not entrusted to the wrong …
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After record rain, typhoon threatens new challenge to Asian Games
Sep 17 2026
First there was a record deluge, then a shortage of beds and now Asian Games organisers in Japan are "praying" that a …
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Klopp calls up 44 players in huge first Germany squad
Sep 17 2026
Germany coach Jurgen Klopp handed 16 players their first call-ups on Thursday as he unveiled a 44-man squad for his …
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Asian Games chief defends 'functional' rooms after backlash
Sep 17 2026
Accommodation for Asian Games athletes in Japan is "functional" and efforts are being made to deal with numerous …
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Messi heads Inter Miami to Campeones Cup triumph
Sep 17 2026
Lionel Messi headed a goal and provided an assist as Inter Miami won the Campeones Cup on Wednesday, beating Cruz Azul …
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Croc-habitat gets green light for 2032 Olympic rowing
Sep 17 2026
A river home to crocodiles was approved Thursday as the 2032 Brisbane Olympics rowing and canoeing venue by the sport's …
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Smith still haunted by 'Sandpapergate' as he prepares for South Africa Tests
Sep 17 2026
Steve Smith says he is still traumatised by the infamous "Sandpapergate" ball-tampering scandal in 2018, but the former …
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Mbappe explains Ceuta shirt stance after criticism
Sep 17 2026
Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe said on Wednesday that he wanted to make a gesture in support of immigrants who had …
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Carrick takes the blame as troubled Man Utd suffer League Cup misery
Sep 17 2026
Michael Carrick took the blame for Manchester United's stunning League Cup collapse against Brighton after furious fans …
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NFL Chiefs' Kelce among investors bilked in Ponzi scheme
Sep 17 2026
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, husband of singer Taylor Swift, was among investors defrauded out of millions …
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Boehly and Walter sell Chelsea stake to Clearlake Capital
Sep 17 2026
Chelsea chairman Todd Boehly and director Mark Walter have sold their stakes in the Premier League side to majority …
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Barca hit Racing for seven as Atletico crush Osasuna
Sep 16 2026
Raphinha scored a hat-trick as La Liga leaders Barcelona ripped Racing Santander to shreds in a spectacular 7-2 triumph …
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Barcelona hit seven in Racing Santander rout
Sep 16 2026
Raphinha scored a hat-trick as Barcelona ripped Racing Santander to shreds in a spectacular 7-2 triumph in La Liga on …
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Amorim's Milan beaten by Benfica, Sunderland make dream European return
Sep 16 2026
AC Milan slipped to their first defeat under Ruben Amorim with a 2-0 home loss to Benfica as the Europa League got under …
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Man Utd misery mounts after League Cup collapse against Brighton
Sep 16 2026
Manchester United's problems mounted as they crashed out of the League Cup after blowing a two-goal lead in a stunning …
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Seahawks rule out Darnold for Sunday game at Arizona
Sep 16 2026
Reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle will be without injured quarterback Sam Darnold when the Seahawks visit Arizona …
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England were 'waiting for death' in World Cup semi-final defeat: Tuchel
Sep 16 2026
Thomas Tuchel said that England were "waiting for death" in their World Cup semi-final defeat against Argentina as the …
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Improving Atletico cruise to comfortable win over Osasuna
Sep 16 2026
Atletico Madrid thrashed Osasuna 4-0 on Wednesday to move third in La Liga and build some form ahead of Sunday's derby …
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NFL star fined for displaying name of slain Palestinian girl
Sep 16 2026
NFL player Azeez Al-Shaair was fined more than $11,000 for wearing the name of a Palestinian girl killed by Israeli …
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Witsel retires from internationals after 18-year Belgium career
Sep 16 2026
Veteran midfielder Axel Witsel announced his retirement from international football on Wednesday, bringing an end to a …
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O'Neill expects Celtic recovery after Old Firm misery
Sep 16 2026
Martin O'Neill insists Celtic "will get ourselves right" following Sunday's embarrassing Scottish League Cup loss to …
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Man City midfield trio backed to emulate Rodri and Silva
Sep 16 2026
Manchester City director of football Hugo Viana believes Enzo Fernandez, Elliot Anderson and Ayyoub Bouaddi can …
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Fitzpatrick 'not comfortable' over Dubai golf finale
Sep 16 2026
Former US Open champion Matt Fitzpatrick has expressed reservations about heading to Dubai for the season-ending DP …
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Liga boss criticises Real Madrid trio for Ceuta shirt incident
Sep 16 2026
La Liga president Javier Tebas criticised three Real Madrid stars, including Kylian Mbappe, on Wednesday for not …
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