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Jones becomes third Englishman to join Inter this summer
AFP - 12m ago
Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones became the third Englishman to join Inter Milan in as many weeks on Friday.
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Root hails emerging fast bowlers as England thrash Pakistan
AFP - 1h ago
Joe Root said a new-look England pace quartet "don't really understand how good they are" after helping him launch his …
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A-Rod ups T-Wolves stake in $4.5bn ownership change
AFP - 1h ago
Retired baseball star Alex Rodriguez said on Friday he is upping his investment in Minnesota's Timberwolves and Lynx …
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'Grateful' ex-world champion Alaphilippe retires from cycling
AFP - 1h ago
Former world champion Julian Alaphilippe confirmed on Friday he had retired from cycling after media reports earlier in …
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Give LIV Golf 'one more shot,' says DeChambeau
AFP - 2h ago
Bryson DeChambeau has urged the golf world to give the divisive breakaway LIV tour "one more shot" as it scrambles to …
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Duplantis hits the high notes for athletics anthem
AFP - 1h ago
Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis has revolutionised the pole vault and now the Swede has sung the official anthem for the World …
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Malaysia's JDT claim unbeaten run world record
AFP - 53m ago
Malaysia's Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) claimed a new world record for the longest unbeaten run in top-flight league …
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Malaysia's JDT claims unbeaten run world record
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Malaysia's Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) claimed a new world record for the longest unbeaten run in top-flight league …
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England start life after Bazball with rout of Pakistan
AFP - 3h ago
England launched their post-Bazball era with an innings and 103-run thrashing of Pakistan in the first Test at …
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Russell roars to Dutch GP sprint pole, Antonelli fifth
AFP - 3h ago
Mercedes driver George Russell clinched pole position for Saturday's sprint race at the Dutch Grand Prix, setting the …
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Argentina's Paredes suspended for 10 games for World Cup fight
AFP - 3h ago
Midfielder Leandro Paredes and several Argentina team-mates have received bans and fines for their part in clashes with …
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Arsenal sign Villa centre-back Konsa as champions bolster defence
AFP - 3h ago
Premier League champions Arsenal have signed England defender Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa in a deal worth a reported £51 …
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Russell takes pole for Dutch GP sprint
AFP - 17m ago
Mercedes driver George Russell will be on pole position for Saturday's sprint race at the Dutch Grand Prix, setting the …
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Shakhtar Donetsk to play Champions League home games at Chelsea
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Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk have agreed a deal to play their Champions League home games at Chelsea's Stamford …
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England thrash Pakistan by an innings and 103 runs in first Test
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England launched their post-Bazball era with an innings and 103-run thrashing of Pakistan in the first Test at …
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Spurs spending spree vital to raise standards: De Zerbi
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Roberto De Zerbi has claimed Tottenham's frenzied spending was essential as they aim to avoid a repeat of last season's …
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Fury says Joshua fight 'doesn't look like it's going to happen'
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Tyson Fury says his long-awaited heavyweight fight with Anthony Joshua "doesn't look like it's going to happen" in a …
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Argentina's Paredes suspended 10 matches by FIFA for World Cup fight
AFP - 31m ago
Midfielder Leandro Paredes and several Argentina players have received bans and fines for their part in clashes with …
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World No.1 Sinner withdraws from US Open with knee injury
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World number one Jannik Sinner confirmed on Friday he will not compete in the US Open, the final Grand Slam of the …
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Watkins and Martinez could join Villa exodus says Emery
AFP - 5h ago
Unai Emery has revealed Ollie Watkins and Emiliano Martinez could be the next Aston Villa players to join the exodus …
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Judge allows UK rugby brain injury court case to continue to trial
AFP - 5h ago
A legal case involving hundreds of former rugby players who allege they suffered brain injuries during their careers can …
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All Blacks just as good as Springboks, says captain Savea
AFP - 4h ago
New Zealand captain Ardie Savea says his team are "just as good" as world champions South Africa ahead of a four-Test …
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Man City boss Maresca hit with Doku injury blow
AFP - 14m ago
Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has suffered a blow on the eve of the Premier League season after Belgium winger …
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Iraola wants to sign wingers to boost Liverpool's attacking options
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Andoni Iraola admits Liverpool need to sign more wingers as they get used to life without Egypt star Mohamed Salah.
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Maresca needs time to succeed after 'big changes' at Man City
AFP - 11m ago
Enzo Maresca insists he can replicate Manchester City's success under Pep Guardiola if he is given time to handle the …
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Cyclist Alaphilippe attracts tributes as reports say he has quit
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Race organisers paid tribute on Friday to cyclist Julian Alaphilippe, who is set to retire at the age of 34, although …
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Top-ranked An, holder Yamaguchi reach badminton worlds semi-finals
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South Korea's world number one An Se-young and defending champion Akane Yamaguchi registered strong wins to reach the …
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Archer double strengthens England's grip on first Test against Pakistan
AFP - 2h ago
Jofra Archer rocked Pakistan with an early double strike as England pressed for an innings victory in the first Test at …
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Antonelli fastest in sole Dutch GP practice session
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Mercedes teen sensation Kimi Antonelli turned in the fastest lap in the sole practice session Friday for the Dutch Grand …
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England all out for 409, lead Pakistan by 238 runs in 1st Test
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England enjoyed a flurry of tailend runs before they were dismissed for 409 by Pakistan on the third day of the first …
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Premier League returns with Arsenal eyeing title dynasty
AFP - 6h ago
Champions Arsenal kick off the Premier League season on Friday reinforced by astute signings as boss Mikel Arteta …
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Spurs agree deal to sign Man City's Savinho: reports
AFP - 1h ago
Tottenham have agreed a deal to sign Manchester City winger Savinho for an initial fee of around £75 million ($102 …
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Bayern knew about Musiala's condition 'a long time ago' says Kompany
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Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany said Friday the club were aware of midfielder Jamal Musiala's neurological disorder …
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Real Madrid star players are compatible: Mourinho
AFP - 6h ago
New Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho on Friday insisted his team's star players could fit together ahead of Los Blancos' …
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Djibouti football federation accused of misusing funds
AFP - 20m ago
The tiny Horn of Africa nation of Djibouti is embroiled in a football corruption row after a government audit accused …
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Australia's Hussey mulls role with England for Ashes series
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Australian great Mike Hussey could face his own country in the Ashes after saying Friday he was open to joining England …
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Eel-powered Japan whizz-kid, 11, chases Asian Games history
AFP - 9h ago
Yuki Kurihara will become Japan's youngest athlete in Asian Games history next month and the 11-year-old eSports …
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Rosenior seeks to match Paris FC's capital ambition as Ligue 1 returns
AFP - 7h ago
Paris FC, owned by LVMH chief Bernard Arnault, are hoping to consolidate their position in France's Ligue 1 guided by …
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Barcelona enter new era as Flick targets La Liga hat-trick
AFP - 13h ago
Hansi Flick's second season at Barcelona built on the success of his first, with the German coach guiding the Catalan …
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Inter set for Serie A title defence as Milan get Amorim reboot
AFP - 13h ago
Inter Milan begin their Serie A title defence on Saturday as clear favourites to retain the Scudetto, but the reigning …
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Pogacar favourite for Vuelta with Grand Tour treble in sight
AFP - 12h ago
Five-time Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar is the overwhelming favourite to win the Vuelta a Espana, which starts …
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'Greatest' Springboks face All Blacks in clash of juggernauts
AFP - 12h ago
Springbok legend Victor Matfield believes the current South Africa team is the "greatest we have ever had".
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Bangladesh coach Simmons wary of Australia backlash in second Test
AFP - 11h ago
Bangladesh coach Phil Simmons has warned his players that Australia will come at them "harder" in the second Test at …
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Swiatek into Cincinnati semis after Rybakina injury
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Iga Swiatek moved into the semi-finals of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters as Elena Rybakina was forced to retire with a …
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Champions Arsenal embrace being 'hunted' as Premier League returns
AFP - 13h ago
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal will embrace being "hunted" by their title rivals as the new Premier League season kicks off …
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World No.2 Rybakina retires from Cincinnati clash with Swiatek
AFP - 12h ago
World number two Elena Rybakina had to quit her quarter-final at the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters, retiring while trailing …
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Maradona trial on hold over possible medical evidence mix-up
AFP - 3h ago
The latest trial over the death of Argentine football legend Diego Maradona was suspended Thursday following claims that …
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McIlroy bounces back to share BMW Championship lead
Aug 20 2026
Rory McIlroy fired an impressive six-under par 64 to headline a five-way tie for the lead on Thursday at the BMW …
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Cobolli fueled by candy in sweet defeat of Paul
Aug 20 2026
Flavio Cobolli advanced to the semi-finals of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters on Thursday with a 2-6, 6-3, 6-4 win over …
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Pogacar eyes 'missing' piece ahead of Vuelta return
Aug 20 2026
Tadej Pogacar said on Thursday that winning the Vuelta a Espana would fulfil one of the few major ambitions left in his …
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Pegula hangs on to dispatch Anisimova, reach Cincinnati semi-finals
Aug 20 2026
World number three Jessica Pegula extended her dominance over Amanda Anisimova on Thursday, beating her fellow American …
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Duplantis edges Karalis to win Lausanne Diamond League pole vault
Aug 20 2026
Pole vault world record holder Armand Duplantis edged a gripping battle with his Greek rival Emmanouil Karalis to win …
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Ronaldinho returns in search of 'beautiful' 300th goal
Aug 20 2026
Former Brazil star Ronaldinho, who retired from the game in 2015, said on Thursday that he was making a comeback 11 …
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Brook makes Pakistan pay for drop as England dominate first Test
Aug 20 2026
Harry Brook punished Pakistan for dropping him at the start of his innings Thursday with a quickfire 91 that …
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Former NBA MVP Harden reportedly set to return to Cavaliers
Aug 20 2026
Former NBA Most Valuable Player James Harden has agreed to a new three-year, $97 million contract to return to the …
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Alcaraz to return for US Open title defence
Aug 20 2026
Carlos Alcaraz announced on Thursday that he will return at the US Open to defend his title after recovering from a …
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Newcastle boss Jaissle unfazed by lack of respect
Aug 20 2026
Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle insists he doesn't care about the lack of respect for his team ahead of the new …
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US Open purse to top $100 mn as Grand Slams form player council
Aug 20 2026
The US Open purse will top $100 million for the first time, a 20% increase on last year's $85 million that the US Tennis …
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Carrick insists Man Utd will make more signings after quiet transfer window
Aug 20 2026
Michael Carrick expects Manchester United's Premier League title challenge to be bolstered by new signings after his …
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Hull aim to silence critics after unexpected promotion to Premier League
Aug 20 2026
Hull manager Sergej Jakirovic vowed to silence his club's critics after they were labelled relegation certainties ahead …
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Pakistan hit back against England after Cox and Root fifties
Aug 20 2026
Pakistan dismissed Jordan Cox and Joe Root to give themselves renewed hope in the first Test against England at …
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Kenya's Kipyegon ends season with hamstring injury
Aug 20 2026
Kenyan middle-distance star Faith Kipyegon has ended her season due to a hamstring injury and will miss next month's …
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Wang downs Sindhu to break Indian hearts at badminton worlds
Aug 20 2026
China's world number three Wang Zhi Yi overcame severe cramps to down Indian star P.V. Sindhu and reach the …
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German football fans plan widespread VAR protests
Aug 20 2026
German football club fan groups are planning to launch widespread protests over VAR technology during the first round of …
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Alonso won't confirm Fernandez will remain at Chelsea after Man City link
Aug 20 2026
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso refused to reveal if Enzo Fernandez wants to remain at Stamford Bridge after the Argentina …
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Newly-crowned European champ Werro turns focus on 800m record
Aug 20 2026
Newly-crowned European 800m champion Audrey Werro will turn her attention from her stunning triumph in Birmingham last …
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Hamilton 'fittest ever' as he chases eighth F1 title
Aug 20 2026
Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton said Thursday he had spent the summer break training not partying, …
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Arteta confirms Arsenal want to sign defender after Konsa link
Aug 20 2026
Mikel Arteta has confirmed Arsenal want to sign a defender and are "active" in the transfer market after reports the …
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Barca seal Cancelo return to bolster defence
Aug 20 2026
Barcelona have signed defender Joao Cancelo on a free transfer, the Spanish champions said Thursday.
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Spurs eyeing move for Man City's Savinho and Marmoush - reports
Aug 20 2026
Tottenham Hotspur are in talks with Manchester City to sign forwards Savinho and Omar Marmoush from their Premier League …
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Alvarez 'focused' says new Atletico team-mate Romero
Aug 20 2026
New Atletico Madrid defender Cristian Romero said Thursday he sees his teammate and Argentina compatriot Julian Alvarez …
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Springboks captain Kolisi to miss first All Blacks Test
Aug 20 2026
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi will miss the first Test against New Zealand in Johannesburg on Saturday as he recovers …
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West Ham warn fans about 'offensive' Solomon chant
Aug 20 2026
English Championship club West Ham have warned fans not to sing an "offensive and divisive" chant about winger Manor …
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From beach to Bulls: relaxed Tsunoda savours rare F1 drive
Aug 20 2026
Japanese Formula One driver Yuki Tsunoda was relaxing on the beach when he got the call he had been "dying" for: the …
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Max Verstappen: Natural-born winner
Aug 20 2026
Max Verstappen can be abrasive and is not to everyone's taste but there's no doubt that everyone is in awe of the …
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Van Dijk urges Liverpool to make amends for 'unacceptable' season
Aug 20 2026
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has challenged his side to make amends for their "unacceptable" performances last …
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'Simply lovely': Verstappen signs new Red Bull contract until 2030
Aug 20 2026
Four-time Formula One world champion Max Verstappen has signed a new contract with Red Bull until the end of 2030, the …
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All Blacks replace Tuipulotu with Holland for Springboks Test
Aug 20 2026
New Zealand have made one change to the team that beat Ireland last month for the first of four Tests against world …
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Rain delays start of second day's play in England-Pakistan opener
Aug 20 2026
England's bid to strengthen their grip on the first Test against Pakistan was halted by bad weather as rain delayed the …
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Mercedes and Max: What to watch as F1 returns for Dutch GP
Aug 20 2026
Formula One is back after its summer break, with every sign the championship could go down to the wire as the chasing …
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Verstappen signs new Red Bull contract until 2030: team
Aug 20 2026
Four-time Formula One world champion Max Verstappen has signed a new contract with Red Bull until the end of 2030, the …
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Australia coach Walters heading to St Helens after World Cup
Aug 20 2026
Australia coach Kevin Walters will leave the role to take over at English Super League powerhouse St Helens after the …
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Fallout far-reaching for Australian Rules after latest scandal
Aug 20 2026
An alcohol-fuelled scandal swirling around a top Australian Rules team has been splashed across newspaper front pages as …
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Top seeds Sabalenka, Zverev stunned in Cincinnati fourth round
Aug 20 2026
Top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Alexander Zverev crashed out of the Cincinnati Masters in a matter of hours on a rainy …
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Messi scores first goal since father's death in Miami draw
Aug 20 2026
Lionel Messi scored his first goal since his father's death but Inter Miami had to settle for a 2-2 Major League Soccer …
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Messi scores first goal since father's death
Aug 20 2026
Lionel Messi scored his first goal since his father's death, pointing to the sky in tribute, but Inter Miami had to …
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PSG start Ligue 1 defence with eye on Champions League hat-trick
Aug 20 2026
Paris Saint-Germain kick off their Ligue 1 campaign as overwhelming favourites to win a sixth successive title, but will …
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Arsenal can become world's best club: Arteta
Aug 20 2026
Mikel Arteta has warned Arsenal's rivals that he plans to build the Premier League champions into the "best club in the …
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Japan's King Kazu, 59, scores twice from spot to make cup history
Aug 20 2026
Kazuyoshi Miura scored twice from the penalty spot as the 59-year-old striker became the oldest goalscorer in the …
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Mourinho begins second Real Madrid reign with Barca in his sights
Aug 20 2026
Jose Mourinho's second spell at Real Madrid begins in Barcelona this weekend in La Liga, although at Espanyol rather …
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Top seed Zverev bundled out by Paul in rain-hit Cincinnati upset
Aug 20 2026
Tommy Paul saved a match point on the way to a 4-6, 7-6 (8/6), 6-4 upset of top seed Alexander Zverev on Wednesday to …
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WADA pledges vigilance on Russian athletes ahead of 2028 Olympics
Aug 19 2026
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) director general told AFP Wednesday that the organization will "be vigilant" in …
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Duran double edges Celtic closer to Champions League
Aug 19 2026
Scottish champions Celtic closed in on a place in the Champions League with a comprehensive 3-0 win over LASK Linz in …
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Lee, Baena guide Atletico to opening Liga win over Malaga
Aug 19 2026
Kang-In Lee and Alex Baena's superb strikes helped Atletico Madrid kick off their La Liga campaign with a 2-0 win over …
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Cobolli halts Jodar to reach Cincinnati quarter-finals
Aug 19 2026
Roland Garros finalist Flavio Cobolli labored two and a half hours to engineer a turnaround, finally overhauling red-hot …
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Robinson and Tongue share match ball after dismissing Pakistan
Aug 19 2026
England's Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue shared both the wickets and the match ball as they joined forces to bowl out …
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McIlroy questions LIV stars 'value' as talk of PGA return builds
Aug 19 2026
Rory McIlroy on Wednesday questioned whether Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm had ever "brought value" to LIV Golf, as the …
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Robinson and Tongue star as Pakistan collapse in England opener
Aug 19 2026
Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue took five wickets apiece as England made a strong start to the post-Bazball era by …
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PSG Ligue 1 opener moved over state of Parc des Princes pitch
Aug 19 2026
Paris Saint-Germain's opening match of their Ligue 1 title defence has been moved to scheduled visitors Rennes' Roazhon …
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All Blacks must get 'everything right' to beat Springboks, says legend Fitzpatrick
Aug 19 2026
Sean Fitzpatrick, captain of the only New Zealand team to win a Test series in South Africa, told AFP on Wednesday the …
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Golden Shoe winner Kane hopes for Ballon d'Or after 'best season ever'
Aug 19 2026
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has set his sights on the Ballon d'Or after receiving his second European Golden Shoe …
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Robinson and Tongue star as Pakistan all out for 171 in England opener
Aug 19 2026
Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue took five apiece wickets as England made a strong start to the post-Bazball era by …
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